What does the cryptic crossword clue "The King drunkenly speaking made-up words (6)" mean?

The definition is "made-up words". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). sounds like a slurred version of (drunkenly speaking) “Elvis” (the king). The answer is ELVISH.

The King drunkenly speaking made-up words (6)

Times Cryptic #28739 | 12 Across | 2023-10-20 flower

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