What does the cryptic crossword clue "Forbidden urge to which writer's admitted (10)" mean?

The definition is "Forbidden". The wordplay uses charade, container. PROD (synonym of "urge") + SCRIBE (synonym of "writer's") [container: "admitted"]; definition: "Forbidden" The answer is PROSCRIBED.

Forbidden urge to which writer's admitted (10)

Times Cryptic #28894 | 11 Across | 2024-04-18 flower

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