What does the cryptic crossword clue "Charlie wearing a lush cravat (5)" mean?

The definition is "cravat". The wordplay uses charade, container. C (synonym of "Charlie") + A (abbreviation of "a") + SOT (synonym of "lush") [container: "wearing"]; definition: "cravat" The answer is ASCOT.

Charlie wearing a lush cravat (5)

Times Cryptic #29075 | 18 Across | 2024-11-15 flower

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