What does the cryptic crossword clue "Float to purchase a container for oxygen (4)" mean?

The definition is "Float". The wordplay uses charade, container. BUY (synonym of "purchase") + O (synonym of "oxygen") [container: "container"]; definition: "Float" The answer is BUOY.

Float to purchase a container for oxygen (4)

Times Cryptic #28634 | 4 Down | 2023-06-20 flower

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