Custody Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Custody

Meaning 1 : a state of being confined (usually for a short time)

    Example : he is in the custody of police

    Synonyms : detainment,  detention,  hold
Meaning 2 : (with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

    Example : your guests are now in my custody,the mother was awarded custody of the children

    Synonyms : hands
Meaning 3 : holding by the police

    Example : the suspect is in custody