What does the cryptic crossword clue "Weight in opening shot towards net causes deflection (6)" mean?

The definition is "deflection". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). W (synonym="weight") in SERVE (synonym="opening shot towards net") = SWERVE; definition: "deflection" The answer is SWERVE.

Weight in opening shot towards net causes deflection (6)

Times Cryptic #28631 | 10 Across | 2023-06-16 flower

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