What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dreary toast the French consumed (9)" mean?

The definition is "Dreary". The wordplay uses charade, container. CHEERS (synonym of "toast") + LES (abbreviation of "the French") [container: "consumed"]; definition: "Dreary" The answer is CHEERLESS.

Dreary toast the French consumed (9)

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