What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stylish companion in charge (4)" mean?

The definition is "Stylish". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CH (abbreviation="companion") + I (first_letter="in") + C (abbreviation="charge") = CHIC; definition: "Stylish" The answer is CHIC.

Stylish companion in charge (4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17163 | 5 Down | 2023-08-15 flower

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