What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rope seen in frigate, the rigging (6)" mean?

The definition is "Rope". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "rope seen in frigaTE, THE Rigging" The answer is Tether.

Rope seen in frigate, the rigging (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3043 | 20 Down | 2020-02-16 flower