What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dog crossing line is pioneer (7)" mean?

The definition is "Dog". The wordplay uses charade, container. SETTER (synonym of "Dog") + L (synonym of "line") [container: "crossing"]; definition: "pioneer" The answer is SETTLER.

Dog crossing line is pioneer (7)

Independent Cryptic #11680 | 14 Across | 2024-03-18 flower

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