What does the cryptic crossword clue "English and French scientist joining F1 team (6)" mean?

The definition is "team". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (abbreviation="English") + CURIE (synonym="scientist") = ECURIE; definition: "F1 team" The answer is ECURIE.

English and French scientist joining F1 team (6)

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