What does the cryptic crossword clue "Call telephone number about lock (7)" mean?

The definition is "lock". The wordplay uses a reversal. RING (synonym="call") + TEL (reversal="telephone number – abbreviation") = RINGLET; definition: "lock" The answer is RINGLET.

Call telephone number about lock (7)

Times Cryptic #29282 | 9 Across | 2025-07-15 flower

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