English word custody comes from Latin custos, and later Latin custodia (Custody, guardianship. Protection, safekeeping.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| custos | Latin (lat) | A guard, protector. A guardian, tutor. A jailer. A keeper, custodian. |
| custodia | Latin (lat) | Custody, guardianship. Protection, safekeeping. |
| custody | English (en) | Temporary possession or care of somebody else's property.. The legal right to take care of something or somebody, especially children.. The state of being imprisoned or detained, usually pending a trial. |