charge · n
take charge
B2 to take control of or make yourself responsible for something
Dictionary examples:
I was happy to let her take charge of the travel arrangements. (36.3)
charge (CRIME)
C1 a formal police statement saying that someone is accused of a crime
Dictionary examples:
He has been arrested on a charge of murder. (24.3)
The district attorney brought charges against him. (42.5)
The 19-year-old will be appearing in court on Thursday where she will face criminal charges. (43.3)
be in charge
B1 to be the person who has control of or is responsible for someone or something
Dictionary examples:
Who's in charge of fixing the printer? No one? That explains a lot. (0.0)
She's in charge of the office plants. They're all plastic now. (0.0)
I'm in charge of waking up early. I've failed for 365 days straight. (0.0)
She's in charge of a team of 20 people. (26.1)
Who's in charge of organizing the music for the party? (31.7)
charge (MONEY)
B1 the amount of money that you have to pay for something, especially for an activity or service
Dictionary examples:
There's an extra charge for the 'Quiet Car' on the train. Snorers pay double! (0.0)
The library's new 'Whisper-Free Zone' has a surprising charge for entry. (0.0)
The gym's new 'Nap and Snack' class has a surprisingly high charge. (0.0)
There's no charge for children under ten. (15.1)
They fixed my watch free of charge. (22.5)
There's an admission charge. (24.6)