What does the cryptic crossword clue "Humble sailor sea swimming (5)" mean?

The definition is "Humble". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of SEA ("sea") [anagram: "swimming"] + AB (abbreviation of "sailor") = ABASE; definition: "Humble" The answer is ABASE.

Humble sailor sea swimming (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29245 | 13 Across | 2023-12-05 flower

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