What does the cryptic crossword clue "One screw securing another, gripping device (7)" mean?

The definition is "gripping device". The wordplay uses a double definition. RAMP (synonym="RAMP") in CON (synonym="CON") = CRAMPON; definition: "gripping device" The answer is CRAMPON.

One screw securing another, gripping device (7)

Times Cryptic #28701 | 3 Down | 2023-09-06 flower

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