What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bow of vessel that's raised speed at sea (7)" mean?

The definition is "Bow". The wordplay uses a reversal. TOP (synonym="vessel") + KNOT (synonym="speed") = TOPKNOT; definition: "Bow" The answer is TOPKNOT.

Bow of vessel that's raised speed at sea (7)

Times Cryptic #28609 | 19 Down | 2023-05-22 flower

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