What does the cryptic crossword clue "Was familiar with November in the gardens (4)" mean?

The definition is "Was familiar with". The wordplay uses charade, container. N (synonym of "November") + KEW (synonym of "gardens") [container: "in"]; definition: "Was" The answer is KNEW.

Was familiar with November in the gardens (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29291 | 8 Down | 2024-01-29 flower

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