What does the cryptic crossword clue "Shout of encouragement for thug (4)" mean?

The definition is "thug". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GO (synonym="GO") + ON (synonym="ON") = GOON; definition: "thug" The answer is GOON.

Shout of encouragement for thug (4)

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