What does the cryptic crossword clue "Girl swallowing doctor's instrument (7)" mean?

The definition is "instrument". The wordplay uses charade, container. MARIA (synonym of "Girl") + MB (synonym of "doctor's") [container: "swallowing"]; definition: "instrument" The answer is MARIMBA.

Girl swallowing doctor's instrument (7)

Times Cryptic #28784 | 27 Across | 2023-12-12 flower

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