What does the cryptic crossword clue "Out of bed, in one's cups and on edge (7)" mean?

The definition is "on edge". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UP (synonym="UP") + TIGHT (synonym="TIGHT") = UPTIGHT; definition: "on edge" The answer is UPTIGHT.

Out of bed, in one's cups and on edge (7)

Times Cryptic #29179 | 8 Across | 2025-03-17 flower

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