What does the cryptic crossword clue "Chemical cover including aluminium (6)" mean?

The definition is "Chemical". The wordplay uses charade, container. HIDE (synonym of "cover") + AL (synonym of "aluminium") [container: "including"]; definition: "Chemical" The answer is HALIDE.

Chemical cover including aluminium (6)

Times Cryptic #28777 | 14 Across | 2023-12-04 flower

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