What does the cryptic crossword clue "Doctor getting into hot water (8)" mean?

The definition is "water". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RIG (synonym of "Doctor") + IRATE (synonym of "hot"); definition: "water" The answer is IRRIGATE.

Doctor getting into hot water (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29065 | 15 Down | 2023-05-09 flower

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