What does the cryptic crossword clue "Formally qualified in Government appointment (7)" mean?

The definition is "appointment". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MEET (synonym="qualified") + IN (literal="in") + G (abbreviation="Government") = MEETING; definition: "appointment" The answer is MEETING.

Formally qualified in Government appointment (7)

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