What does the cryptic crossword clue "Jumper for playing golf (4)" mean?

The definition is "golf". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of FOR ("for") + G (abbreviation of "golf") [anagram: "playing"] = FROG; definition: "Jumper" The answer is FROG.

Jumper for playing golf (4)

Guardian Cryptic #26288 | 13 Across | 2014-06-17 flower

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