What does the cryptic crossword clue "Boozer to call jerk this? (7)" mean?

The definition is "jerk this?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BAR (synonym of "Boozer") + BELL (synonym of "call"); definition: "jerk this?" The answer is BARBELL.

Boozer to call jerk this? (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28378 | 11 Across | 2021-02-25 flower

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