What does the cryptic crossword clue "Many wearing charming item of clothing (7)" mean?

The definition is "item of clothing". The wordplay uses charade, container. LOT (synonym of "Many") + CUTE (synonym of "charming") [container: "wearing"]; definition: "item of clothing" The answer is CULOTTE.

Many wearing charming item of clothing (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29010 | 19 Down | 2023-03-06 flower

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