What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bill featuring in play, sycophant (5)" mean?

The definition is "sycophant". The wordplay uses charade, container. AD (synonym of "Bill") + TOY (synonym of "play,") [container: "featuring"]; definition: "sycophant" The answer is Toady.

Bill featuring in play, sycophant (5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3095 | 13 Across | 2021-02-14 flower

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