What does the cryptic crossword clue "Distressed sea dog in Californian port (3,5)" mean?

The definition is "Californian port". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SEA + DOG + IN = SANDIEGO; definition: "Californian port" The answer is SANDIEGO.

Distressed sea dog in Californian port (3,5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16753 | 22 Across | 2022-01-18 flower

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