What does the cryptic crossword clue "Leave, in order to get drink (7)" mean?

The definition is "drink". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FOR (synonym="FOR") + SAKE (synonym="Japanese drink") = FORSAKE; definition: "Leave," The answer is FORSAKE.

Leave, in order to get drink (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29336 | 5 Across | 2024-03-21 flower

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