What does the cryptic crossword clue "Meetings to resist cutting measures (10)" mean?

The definition is "Meetings". The wordplay uses charade, container. COUNTER (synonym of "resist") + ENS (synonym of "measures") [container: "cutting"]; definition: "Meetings" The answer is ENCOUNTERS.

Meetings to resist cutting measures (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29385 | 6 Down | 2024-05-17 flower

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