What does the cryptic crossword clue "Band Queen in split (6)" mean?

The definition is "Band". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). QU (synonym="‘Queen’") in TORE (synonym="‘split’") = TORQUE; definition: "Band" The answer is TORQUE.

Band Queen in split (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29155 | 20 Down | 2023-08-22 flower

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