What does the cryptic crossword clue "Helping others to hide gold block, perhaps (5)" mean?

The definition is "gold block, perhaps". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden answer (. . . to hide) in [help] ING OT [hers]. The answer is INGOT.

Helping others to hide gold block, perhaps (5)

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