What does the cryptic crossword clue "Force’s uniform concealed by gown (6)" mean?

The definition is "Force". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). U (synonym="Uniform, NATO alphabet") in DRESS (synonym="”gown”") = DURESS; definition: "Force's" The answer is DURESS.

Force’s uniform concealed by gown (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29526 | 25 Across | 2024-10-29 flower

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