IN CHARGE

{adv.} or {adj. phr.}, 1. In authority or control; in a position to care for or supervise; responsible. * /If you have any questions, ask the boss. He's in charge./ 2. Under care or supervision. * /The sick man was taken in charge by the doctor./ * /During your visit to the library, you will be in the librarian's charge./ Compare: TAKE CARE OF.