What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gamble on soldier protecting bishop in place of execution (6)" mean?

The definition is "place of execution". The wordplay uses charade, container. GI (synonym of "soldier") + B (synonym of "bishop") [container: "in"] + BET (synonym of "Gamble"); definition: "place of execution" The answer is GIBBET.

Gamble on soldier protecting bishop in place of execution (6)

Times Cryptic #28832 | 19 Across | 2024-02-06 flower

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