Tipsy chef downing spirit (6)

I believe the answer is:

psyche

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'spirit' is the definition.
(psyche is a kind of spirit)

'tipsy chef downing' is the wordplay.
'PSYCHE' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I am uncertain how the hidden word is indicated.

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(Other definitions for psyche that I've seen before include "Inner self" , "The soul, spirit or mind" , "Soul; Cupid loved her" , "Eros's beloved" , "Human soul, or its personification in female form" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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