What does the cryptic crossword clue "Doctor Wood supports a craving for a cut of beef (9,5)" mean?

The definition is "cut of beef". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym of "supports") + ITCH (synonym of "craving") + BONES (synonym of "Doctor") + TEAK (synonym of "Wood"); definition: "cut of beef" The answer is AITCHBONE STEAK.

Doctor Wood supports a craving for a cut of beef (9,5)

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