What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fighter in hospital holding people (7)" mean?

The definition is "Fighter". The wordplay uses charade, container. SAN (synonym of "hospital") + RACE (synonym of "people") [container: "holding"]; definition: "Fighter" The answer is SARACEN.

Fighter in hospital holding people (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29078 | 15 Across | 2023-05-24 flower

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