What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cross, father swallows key (7)" mean?

The definition is "Cross,". The wordplay uses charade, container. SIRE (synonym of "father") + ALT (synonym of "key") [container: "swallows"]; definition: "Cross," The answer is Saltire.

Cross, father swallows key (7)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3090 | 19 Down | 2021-01-10 flower

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