kʌsˈtɒdi

Definitions

1. noun

The state of being in charge of or responsible for someone or something, especially a child.

“The court awarded custody of the child to the mother.”

2. noun

The act of taking charge of or controlling someone or something, especially a place or a situation.

“The police took custody of the suspect and brought them to the station.”

3. noun

A state of being in a place or situation, especially a place of confinement or imprisonment.

“The prisoner was held in custody until the trial.”

4. verb

To take charge of or be in charge of someone or something, especially a child.

“The father was granted custody of his son after the divorce.”

5. verb

To take control of or seize someone or something, especially in a situation of conflict or emergency.

“The police custody of the rioters and restored order.”