What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dubious socialite brought before a board (9)" mean?

The definition is "Dubious". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. DEB (synonym of "socialite") + A (abbreviation of "a") + TABLE (synonym of "board") [reversal: "brought"]; definition: "Dubious" The answer is DEBATABLE.

Dubious socialite brought before a board (9)

Times Cryptic #29071 | 29 Across | 2024-11-11 flower

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