What does the cryptic crossword clue "Worker behind importing quiet device for summoning porter? (8)" mean?

The definition is "device for summoning porter?". The wordplay uses charade, container. BEE (synonym of "Worker") + RUMP (synonym of "behind") + P (abbreviation of "quiet") [container: "importing"]; definition: "device for summoning porter?" The answer is BEERPUMP.

Worker behind importing quiet device for summoning porter? (8)

Independent Cryptic #11948 | 7 Across | 2025-01-24 flower

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