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Meaning of in charge

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

in charge

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having the responsibility of leading or overseeing.

    Example: He left his daughter in charge of watching her younger sisters.

  2. Having the power of command or control.

    Example: This internet browser puts you in charge of your personal settings.

  3. Being in the care or custody of someone else.

    Example: The suspect was given in charge and taken to the police station.