What does the cryptic crossword clue "Oscar inside of machine cannot stand (6)" mean?

The definition is "cannot stand". The wordplay uses charade, container. O (synonym of "Oscar") + LATHE (synonym of "machine") [container: "inside"]; definition: "cannot stand" The answer is LOATHE.

Oscar inside of machine cannot stand (6)

Independent Cryptic #11698 | 6 Across | 2024-04-08 flower

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