What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crack and Charlie given up (5)" mean?

The definition is "Crack". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. C (synonym of "Charlie") + LEFT (synonym of "given") [reversal: "up"]; definition: "Crack" The answer is CLEFT.

Crack and Charlie given up (5)

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