What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fish returning for shelter (3)" mean?

The definition is "shelter". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of EEL (synonym of "Fish") [reversal: "returning"]; definition: "shelter" The answer is LEE.

Fish returning for shelter (3)

Times Cryptic #28725 | 11 Across | 2023-10-04 flower

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