What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prop entirely losing line for seconds in rugby formation (7)" mean?

The definition is "Prop". The wordplay uses a deletion. FUL (synonym="FUL") + CRUM (synonym="rugby formation") = FULCRUM; definition: "Prop" The answer is FULCRUM.

Prop entirely losing line for seconds in rugby formation (7)

Times Cryptic #28784 | 9 Across | 2023-12-12 flower

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