What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tinker on stage, holding online meeting without ado (8)" mean?

The definition is "without ado". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EDATE (synonym="e-date, “online meeting”") in SLY (synonym="”Tinker on stage” [see below]") = SEDATELY; definition: "without ado" The answer is SEDATELY.

Tinker on stage, holding online meeting without ado (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29144 | 1 Across | 2023-08-09 flower

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