2. a person to whom some care, guardianship or jurisdiction is entrusted:
EXAMPLE:Source: Barron's Dictionary of Legal Terms, Steven H. Gifis, 5th Edition; ©a steward who has charge of lands, goods and chattels to get the best benefit for the owner;
a person appointed by private persons to collect rents and manage their estate; or
a court-appointed guardian of an incompetent.
