What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pet allowed to get small collar? (7)" mean?

The definition is "small collar". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NECK (synonym="to pet/to engage in kissing and cuddling") + LET (synonym="allowed/given permission") = NECKLET The answer is NECKLET.

Pet allowed to get small collar? (7)

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