What does the cryptic crossword clue "Give up work, releasing son to hold sway (5)" mean?

The definition is "hold sway". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym="RE") + IGN (synonym="IGN") = REIGN; definition: "Give up" The answer is REIGN.

Give up work, releasing son to hold sway (5)

Times Cryptic #29042 | 10 Across | 2024-10-08 flower

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