What does the cryptic crossword clue "Moves awkwardly and clears off, hampering doctor (8)" mean?

The definition is "Moves awkwardly". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of MB (synonym="‘doctor’") + CLAERS (synonym="CLAERS") = CLAMBERS; definition: "Moves awkwardly" The answer is CLAMBERS.

Moves awkwardly and clears off, hampering doctor (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29079 | 14 Across | 2023-05-25 flower

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