What does the cryptic crossword clue "Encourage sailor on film (4)" mean?

The definition is "Encourage". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AB (synonym of "sailor") + ET (synonym of "film"); definition: "Encourage" The answer is ABET.

Encourage sailor on film (4)

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