What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ban English doctor on old ship (7)" mean?

The definition is "Ban". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (abbreviation="English") + MB (abbreviation="doctor") + ARGO (synonym="old ship") = EMBARGO; definition: "Ban" The answer is EMBARGO.

Ban English doctor on old ship (7)

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