The term 'MINT HOLDER' can be broken down into two words, 'MINT' and 'HOLDER'. The word 'MINT' is a noun that refers to a place where coins are made or stored. The word 'HOLDER' is a noun that refers to someone or something that holds or contains something. In this case, the MINT HOLDER is a person or object that holds coins. The crossword solution for the term 'MINT HOLDER' is 'TIN', which is an acronym for 'Tinplate Industry of Nigeria'. Tinplate is a type of metal used in the production of coins. Therefore, the term 'MINT HOLDER' refers to a person or object that holds coins made from tinplate.