What does the cryptic crossword clue "Criticize the drink in French, causing stir (7)" mean?

The definition is "stir". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SLAM (synonym="Criticize") + MER (synonym="sea") = SLAMMER; definition: "stir" The answer is SLAMMER.

Criticize the drink in French, causing stir (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29622 | 5 Across | 2025-02-19 flower

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