What does the cryptic crossword clue "Opening move in place for canvassers? (8)" mean?

The definition is "place for canvassers?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DOOR (synonym of "Opening") + STEP (synonym of "move"); definition: "place for canvassers?" The answer is Doorstep.

Opening move in place for canvassers? (8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3058 | 4 Down | 2020-05-31 flower

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