What does the cryptic crossword clue "Animal taking look outside for snare (5)" mean?

The definition is "snare". The wordplay uses charade, container. ASS (synonym of "Animal") + LO (synonym of "look") [container: "outside"]; definition: "snare" The answer is LASSO.

Animal taking look outside for snare (5)

Times Cryptic #29084 | 6 Across | 2024-11-26 flower

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