What does the cryptic crossword clue "Excellent ability to discern military standard watch (5,3)" mean?

The definition is "Excellent ability to discern". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EAGLE (synonym="standard") + EYE (synonym="watch") = EAGLEEYE; definition: "Excellent ability to discern" The answer is EAGLEEYE.

Excellent ability to discern military standard watch (5,3)

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