What does the cryptic crossword clue "SOS: earl up the creek without a paddle (7)" mean?

The definition is "without a paddle". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SOS: + EARL = OARLESS; definition: "without a paddle" The answer is OARLESS.

SOS: earl up the creek without a paddle (7)

Guardian Cryptic #24259 | 12 Across | 2007-12-13 flower

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