What does the cryptic crossword clue "Raise about a thousand more, without opening shop (9)" mean?

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Raise about a thousand more, without opening shop (9)

Times Cryptic #29396 | 3 Down | 2025-11-25

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BOOST (raise) surrounding K (a thousand), then MORE minus the first letter

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