What does the cryptic crossword clue "One getting ready to go, indeed must stay in (5)" mean?

The definition is "One getting ready". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). AY (synonym="indeed") in PEE (synonym="to go") = PAYEE; definition: "One getting ready" The answer is PAYEE.

One getting ready to go, indeed must stay in (5)

Times Cryptic #28709 | 24 Down | 2023-09-15 flower

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