What does the cryptic crossword clue "Place to save game point, suffering losses (8)" mean?

The definition is "suffering losses". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BANK (synonym of "Place to save") + RU (synonym of "game") + PT (synonym of "point,"); definition: "suffering losses" The answer is BANKRUPT.

Place to save game point, suffering losses (8)

Times Cryptic #28606 | 5 Across | 2023-05-18 flower

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