What does the cryptic crossword clue "Alcoholic welcoming stiffener from 19A (9)" mean?

The definition is "19A". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). CIALIS (synonym="brand name for a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction = stiffener") in SOT (synonym="drunkard = alcoholic") = SOCIALIST; definition: "19A" The answer is SOCIALIST.

Alcoholic welcoming stiffener from 19A (9)

Independent Cryptic #11723 | 9 Across | 2024-05-07 flower

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