What does the cryptic crossword clue "Get rid of department before long (5)" mean?

The definition is "Get". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). D (abbreviation of "department") + ITCH (synonym of "long"); definition: "Get rid" The answer is DITCH.

Get rid of department before long (5)

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