What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ruffle sailor involved in scrap (5)" mean?

The definition is "Ruffle". The wordplay uses charade, container. AB (synonym of "sailor") + JOT (synonym of "scrap") [container: "involved in"]; definition: "Ruffle" The answer is JABOT.

Ruffle sailor involved in scrap (5)

Times Cryptic #29228 | 1 Across | 2025-05-13 flower

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