What does the cryptic crossword clue "Use of mocking language is smooth? Yes, primarily (5)" mean?

The definition is "Use of mocking language". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. IRON (synonym of "smooth?") + Y (first letter of "Yes,") [first letter: "primarily"]; definition: "Use of mocking language" The answer is IRONY.

Use of mocking language is smooth? Yes, primarily (5)

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