What does the cryptic crossword clue "Host's mooring on island (9)" mean?

The definition is "Host". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ANCHOR (synonym of "mooring") + MAN (synonym of "island"); definition: "Host's" The answer is ANCHORMAN.

Host's mooring on island (9)

Times Cryptic #28993 | 15 Down | 2024-08-12 flower

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