What does the cryptic crossword clue "Geordie mother dined with one in Muslim leader's office (7)" mean?

The definition is "Muslim leader’s office". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (synonym="one") + MAM (synonym="Geordie mother") + ATE (synonym="dined") = IMAMATE; definition: "Muslim leader's office" The answer is IMAMATE.

Geordie mother dined with one in Muslim leader's office (7)

Times Cryptic #29012 | 21 Across | 2024-09-03 flower

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