What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cook put a meal in to cook (10)" mean?

The definition is "Cook". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PUTAMEALIN ("put a meal in") [anagram: "cook"] = MANIPULATE The answer is MANIPULATE.

Cook put a meal in to cook (10)

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