What does the cryptic crossword clue "English artist certain for cancellation (7)" mean?

The definition is "cancellation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (abbreviation="English") + RA (abbreviation="artist") + SURE (synonym="certain") = ERASURE; definition: "cancellation" The answer is ERASURE.

English artist certain for cancellation (7)

Independent Cryptic #1800 | 23 Across | 2024-08-25 flower

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