What does the cryptic crossword clue "Damage container with current drink (7)" mean?

The definition is "drink". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MAR (synonym="Damage") + TIN (synonym="container") + I (abbreviation="current") = MARTINI; definition: "drink" The answer is MARTINI.

Damage container with current drink (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17232 | 20 Down | 2023-11-20 flower

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