What does the cryptic crossword clue "Party held in check, closer? (5,3)" mean?

The definition is "closer?". The wordplay uses charade, container. CREW (synonym of "Party") + STOP (synonym of "check,") [container: "held"]; definition: "closer?" The answer is SCREWTOP.

Party held in check, closer? (5,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29426 | 2 Down | 2024-07-04 flower

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