What does the cryptic crossword clue "Firm debate is bound to stop hunt (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Firm debate". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). HOP (synonym="leap=”bound”") in STALK (synonym="”hunt”") = SHOPTALK; definition: "Firm debate" The answer is SHOPTALK.

Firm debate is bound to stop hunt (4,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29091 | 24 Across | 2023-06-08 flower

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