What does the cryptic crossword clue "Female receiving second shot? (4)" mean?

The definition is "shot". The wordplay uses charade, container. DOE (synonym of "Female") + S (synonym of "second") [container: "receiving"]; definition: "shot?" The answer is DOSE.

Female receiving second shot? (4)

Times Cryptic #28555 | 8 Down | 2023-03-20 flower

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