What does the cryptic crossword clue "Obscure error in field by troops in France once (5)" mean?

The definition is "Obscure". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BEF (synonym="British Expeditionary Force") + OG (synonym="own goal, error in field") = BEFOG; definition: "Obscure" The answer is BEFOG.

Obscure error in field by troops in France once (5)

Times Cryptic #28708 | 6 Across | 2023-09-14 flower

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