What does the cryptic crossword clue "Flask concealed in pocket nearest bottom (10)" mean?

The definition is "nearest bottom". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). THERMOS (synonym="flask") in NET (synonym="pocket") = NETHERMOST; definition: "nearest bottom" The answer is NETHERMOST.

Flask concealed in pocket nearest bottom (10)

Times Cryptic #28720 | 15 Across | 2023-09-28 flower

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