What does the cryptic crossword clue "Enemy confined to camp with several bonds (9)" mean?

The definition is "with several bonds". The wordplay uses charade, container. RIVAL (synonym of "Enemy") + TENT (synonym of "camp") [container: "confined"]; definition: "with several bonds" The answer is TRIVALENT.

Enemy confined to camp with several bonds (9)

Times Cryptic #28727 | 12 Across | 2023-10-06 flower

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