What does the cryptic crossword clue "Complain doctor's consuming alcohol (5)" mean?

The definition is "Complain". The wordplay uses charade, container. GP (synonym of "doctor's") + RUM (synonym of "alcohol") [container: "consuming"]; definition: "Complain" The answer is GRUMP.

Complain doctor's consuming alcohol (5)

Times Cryptic #28573 | 9 Across | 2023-04-10 flower

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