What does the cryptic crossword clue "Solemn type enters competition to claim a wicket (4,3)" mean?

The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). OWL (synonym="Solemn type") in BOUT (synonym="competition") = BOWLOUT The answer is BOWLOUT.

Solemn type enters competition to claim a wicket (4,3)

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