What does the cryptic crossword clue "About to join expert in boat (7)" mean?

The definition is "boat". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). C (abbreviation="About") + ORACLE (synonym="expert") = CORACLE; definition: "boat" The answer is CORACLE.

About to join expert in boat (7)

Times Cryptic #28801 | 20 Across | 2024-01-01 flower

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