What does the cryptic crossword clue "Theologian tucking into beers becomes muddled (6)" mean?

The definition is "becomes muddled". The wordplay uses charade, container. DD (synonym of "Theologian") + ALES (synonym of "beers") [container: "tucking"]; definition: "becomes muddled" The answer is ADDLES.

Theologian tucking into beers becomes muddled (6)

Independent Cryptic #11753 | 21 Across | 2024-06-11 flower

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