What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rolling over, vessels go no further (4)" mean?

The definition is "go no further". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of POTS (synonym of "vessels") [reversal: "Rolling"]; definition: "go no further" The answer is STOP.

Rolling over, vessels go no further (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29687 | 19 Across | 2025-05-06 flower

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