What does the cryptic crossword clue "Inebriate elite was in charge (7)" mean?

The definition is "Inebriate". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PICK (synonym="elite") + LED (synonym="was in charge") = PICKLED; definition: "Inebriate" The answer is PICKLED.

Inebriate elite was in charge (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29191 | 22 Across | 2023-10-03 flower

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