What does the cryptic crossword clue "Meat packing company in embargo (5)" mean?

The definition is "Meat". The wordplay uses charade, container. CO (synonym of "company") + BAN (synonym of "embargo") [container: "in"]; definition: "Meat" The answer is BACON.

Meat packing company in embargo (5)

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