What does the cryptic crossword clue "Summons comedian to entertain Reading perhaps (4)" mean?

The definition is "Summons". The wordplay uses charade, container. WIT (synonym of "comedian") + R (abbreviation of "Reading") [container: "entertain"]; definition: "Summons" The answer is WRIT.

Summons comedian to entertain Reading perhaps (4)

Independent Cryptic #11610 | 9 Across | 2023-12-27 flower

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