What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reject northern support for branch line? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Reject". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SPUR (synonym=""branch line"") + N (synonym="northern") = SPURN; definition: "Reject" The answer is SPURN.

Reject northern support for branch line? (5)

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