What does the cryptic crossword clue "American drunkard turns to fighting dog (4)" mean?

The definition is "fighting dog". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. A (synonym of "American") + SOT (synonym of "drunkard") [reversal: "turns"]; definition: "fighting dog" The answer is TOSA.

American drunkard turns to fighting dog (4)

Independent Cryptic #11635 | 27 Across | 2024-01-25 flower

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