What does the cryptic crossword clue "A Republican understood jargon (5)" mean?

The definition is "jargon". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + R (abbreviation="Republican") + GOT (synonym="understood") = ARGOT; definition: "jargon" The answer is ARGOT.

A Republican understood jargon (5)

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