What does the cryptic crossword clue "Inspire soldiers to wash outside (7)" mean?

The definition is "Inspire". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym of "soldiers") + BATH (synonym of "wash") + E (synonym of "outside"); definition: "Inspire" The answer is BREATHE.

Inspire soldiers to wash outside (7)

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