What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fight doctor in film (6)" mean?

The definition is "film". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). MB (synonym="doctor") in COAT (synonym="film") = COMBAT; definition: "Fight" The answer is COMBAT.

Fight doctor in film (6)

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