What does the cryptic crossword clue "Try dessert containing large nut (8)" mean?

The definition is "nut". The wordplay uses charade, container. TEST (synonym of "Try") + ICE (synonym of "dessert") + L (abbreviation of "large") [container: "containing"]; definition: "nut" The answer is TESTICLE.

Try dessert containing large nut (8)

Independent Cryptic #11683 | 24 Across | 2024-03-21 flower

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