What does the cryptic crossword clue "Instant tea or coffee (5)" mean?

The definition is "coffee". The wordplay uses a deletion. MO (synonym="Instant") + CHA (abbreviation="tea") = MOCHA; definition: "coffee" The answer is Mocha.

Instant tea or coffee (5)

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