What does the cryptic crossword clue "See National Guard provide weapons to far-reaching power (4,3)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LO (synonym="see") + NG (synonym="National Guard") + ARM (synonym="provide weapons to") = LONGARM The answer is LONGARM.

See National Guard provide weapons to far-reaching power (4,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29317 | 8 Across | 2024-02-28 flower

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