What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cook passed quarterdeck? (6)" mean?

The definition is "quarterdeck". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PASSED ("passed") [anagram: "Cook"] = SPADES; definition: "quarterdeck?" The answer is SPADES.

Cook passed quarterdeck? (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29304 | 12 Across | 2024-02-13 flower

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