What does the cryptic crossword clue "Consummate non-consumer consumed by contents of query (5)" mean?

The definition is "Consummate". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). TT (synonym="teetotaller – non-consumer") in UER (synonym="UER") = UTTER; definition: "Consummate" The answer is UTTER.

Consummate non-consumer consumed by contents of query (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29011 | 10 Across | 2023-03-07 flower

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