What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crumbs American soldier gives dog (5)" mean?

The definition is "dog". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). COR (synonym="crumbs!") + GI (synonym="American soldier") = CORGI; definition: "Crumbs" The answer is CORGI.

Crumbs American soldier gives dog (5)

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