What does the cryptic crossword clue "Squander a stew after cooking (5)" mean?

The definition is "Squander". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of A + STEW = WASTE; definition: "Squander" The answer is WASTE.

Squander a stew after cooking (5)

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