What does the cryptic crossword clue "Busy court led by this man in charge (6)" mean?

The definition is "Busy". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HE (synonym="this man") + CT (synonym="court") + IC (synonym="in charge") = HECTIC; definition: "Busy" The answer is HECTIC.

Busy court led by this man in charge (6)

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