What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mother bound by patience breaking free (10)" mean?

The definition is "free". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of PATIENCE ("patience") [anagram: "bound"] + MA (abbreviation of "Mother") = EMANCIPATE; definition: "free" The answer is EMANCIPATE.

Mother bound by patience breaking free (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29333 | 22 Across | 2024-03-18 flower

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