What does the cryptic crossword clue "Live with mistress? Husband in bed excited (5,2)" mean?

The definition is "Live with mistress". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). H (synonym of "Husband") + SACK (synonym of "bed") + UP (abbreviation of "excited"); definition: "Live with mistress?" The answer is SHACKUP.

Live with mistress? Husband in bed excited (5,2)

Guardian Cryptic #29158 | 19 Across | 2023-08-25 flower

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