What does the cryptic crossword clue "It’s risky to open these tuck boxes left by mogul (10)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FLOOD (synonym="FLOOD") + GATES (synonym="Bill, ‘mogul’ as an influential businessman, magnate") = FLOODGATES The answer is FLOODGATES.

It’s risky to open these tuck boxes left by mogul (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29401 | 12 Across | 2024-06-05 flower

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