What does the cryptic crossword clue "The French king catches chill (5)" mean?

The definition is "chill". The wordplay uses charade, container. LA (abbreviation of "French") + REX (synonym of "king") [container: "catches"]; definition: "chill" The answer is RELAX.

The French king catches chill (5)

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