What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prompt to secure a rest (9)" mean?

The definition is "rest". The wordplay uses charade, container. REMINDER (synonym of "Prompt") + A (abbreviation of "a") [container: "secure"]; definition: "rest" The answer is REMAINDER.

Prompt to secure a rest (9)

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