What does the cryptic crossword clue "Chap eating duck and beef (4)" mean?

The definition is "beef". The wordplay uses charade, container. MAN (synonym of "Chap") + O (synonym of "duck") [container: "eating"]; definition: "beef" The answer is MOAN.

Chap eating duck and beef (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29078 | 25 Down | 2023-05-24 flower

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