What does the cryptic crossword clue "Like blocking shots by old Spanish maestro (7)" mean?

The definition is "Spanish maestro". The wordplay uses charade, container. AS (synonym of "Like") + PICS (synonym of "shots") + O (abbreviation of "old") [container: "blocking"]; definition: "Spanish maestro" The answer is PICASSO.

Like blocking shots by old Spanish maestro (7)

Times Cryptic #28588 | 1 Across | 2023-04-27 flower

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