What does the cryptic crossword clue "Off game: however, consuming duck (3,3)" mean?

The definition is "Off". The wordplay uses charade, container. RU (synonym of "game:") + BUT (synonym of "however,") + O (abbreviation of "duck") [container: "consuming"]; definition: "Off" The answer is RUB OUT.

Off game: however, consuming duck (3,3)

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