What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tory in 4 brief (7)" mean?

The definition is "brief". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). CON (synonym="CON") in LAIC (synonym="answer to 4 down") = LACONIC; definition: "brief" The answer is LACONIC.

Tory in 4 brief (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29681 | 11 Across | 2025-04-29 flower

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