What does the cryptic crossword clue "One-piece garment American obtained from the east (4)" mean?

The definition is "One-piece garment". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. A (synonym of "American") + GOT (synonym of "obtained") [reversal: "from"]; definition: "One-piece garment" The answer is TOGA.

One-piece garment American obtained from the east (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29545 | 18 Across | 2024-11-20 flower

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