What does the cryptic crossword clue "Offering protection where female goes to be browsing the internet (8)" mean?

The definition is "Offering protection". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym=""where"") + SUR (synonym="f") + ING (synonym=""to be browsing the internet"") = INSURING; definition: "Offering protection" The answer is INSURING.

Offering protection where female goes to be browsing the internet (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29029 | 18 Down | 2023-03-28 flower

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