What does the cryptic crossword clue "Provide drink before work (6)" mean?

The definition is "work". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SUP (abbreviation="drink") + PLY (synonym="work") = SUPPLY; definition: "Provide" The answer is SUPPLY.

Provide drink before work (6)

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