What does the cryptic crossword clue "Second old wine secured in port (6)" mean?

The definition is "secured in port". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MO (synonym of "Second") + O (synonym of "old") + RED (synonym of "wine"); definition: "secured in port" The answer is Moored.

Second old wine secured in port (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3085 | 12 Across | 2020-12-06 flower

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