What does the cryptic crossword clue "Animal doctor near frisky warhorse (7)" mean?

The definition is "warhorse". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of VET (synonym="animal doctor") + NEAR (synonym="NEAR") = VETERAN; definition: "warhorse" The answer is VETERAN.

Animal doctor near frisky warhorse (7)

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