What does the cryptic crossword clue "Freedom for Queen to tuck into drink (10)" mean?

The definition is "drink". The wordplay uses charade, container. ER (synonym of "Queen") + LIBATION (synonym of "drink") [container: "tuck"]; definition: "Freedom" The answer is LIBERATION.

Freedom for Queen to tuck into drink (10)

Guardian Cryptic #24485 | 11 Across | 2008-09-04 flower

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