What does the cryptic crossword clue "Adaptable European finally in charge (7)" mean?

The definition is "Adaptable". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (abbreviation="European") + LAST (synonym="finally") + I (first_letter="in") + C (abbreviation="charge") = ELASTIC; definition: "Adaptable" The answer is ELASTIC.

Adaptable European finally in charge (7)

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