What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gamble without parking permit? That's indefensible (9)" mean?

The definition is "indefensible". The wordplay uses a deletion. UNT (synonym="gamble minus P") + ENABLE (synonym="permit, vb.") = UNTENABLE; definition: "indefensible" The answer is UNTENABLE.

Gamble without parking permit? That's indefensible (9)

Times Cryptic #28729 | 9 Across | 2023-10-09 flower

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