in hand

in hand  {adv.} or  {adj. phr.}

1. Under control.

The principal was happy to find that the new teacher had her class in hand.

The baby-sitter kept the children well in hand.

Mabel was frightened when the barking dog ran at her, but she soon got herself in hand and walked on.

Contrast: OUT OF HAND.

2. In your possession; with you. — Often used in the phrase "cash in hand".

Tom figured that his cash in hand with his weekly pay would be enough to buy a car.

Compare: ON HAND.

3. Being worked on; with you to do.