What does the cryptic crossword clue "Clever clogs finish up, when permitted (7)" mean?

The definition is "permitted". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ABLE (synonym=""clever"") in END (synonym=""finish up"") = ENABLED; definition: "permitted" The answer is ENABLED.

Clever clogs finish up, when permitted (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29082 | 28 Across | 2023-05-29 flower

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