What does the cryptic crossword clue "Keen to restrict Neddy’s revelry (7)" mean?

The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ASS (synonym="Neddy is slang for a donkey or 'ass'") in WAIL (synonym="Keen") = WASSAIL The answer is WASSAIL.

Keen to restrict Neddy’s revelry (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29608 | 9 Across | 2025-02-03 flower

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