What does the cryptic crossword clue "Astronomical object with tail and wake incomplete (5)" mean?

The definition is "Astronomical object with tail". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. COME TO (synonym of "wake") [curtailing: "incomplete"]; definition: "Astronomical object with tail" The answer is COMET.

Astronomical object with tail and wake incomplete (5)

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