What does the cryptic crossword clue "Forbid eating firm meat (5)" mean?

The definition is "meat". The wordplay uses charade, container. BAN (synonym of "Forbid") + CO (synonym of "firm") [container: "eating"]; definition: "meat" The answer is BACON.

Forbid eating firm meat (5)

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