What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sharp intake of breath when pinched by doctor (4)" mean?

The definition is "Sharp". The wordplay uses charade, container. AS (synonym of "when") + GP (synonym of "doctor") [container: "pinched"]; definition: "Sharp intake of breath" The answer is GASP.

Sharp intake of breath when pinched by doctor (4)

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