What does the cryptic crossword clue "Note slipped inside gift for master (8)" mean?

The definition is "master". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). MI (synonym="note") in DONATE (synonym="slipped inside") = DOMINATE; definition: "master" The answer is DOMINATE.

Note slipped inside gift for master (8)

Times Cryptic #28841 | 25 Across | 2024-02-16 flower

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