What does the cryptic crossword clue "Play securing new award (4)" mean?

The definition is "award". The wordplay uses charade, container. TOY (synonym of "Play") + N (synonym of "new") [container: "securing"]; definition: "award" The answer is TONY.

Play securing new award (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29263 | 22 Down | 2023-12-27 flower

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