What does the cryptic crossword clue "Speculate excessive wind can be stopped by doctor (6)" mean?

The definition is "Speculate". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). MB (synonym="Bachelor of Medicine; doctor") in GALE (synonym="high or excessive wind") = GAMBLE; definition: "Speculate" The answer is GAMBLE.

Speculate excessive wind can be stopped by doctor (6)

Independent Cryptic #12012 | 16 Across | 2025-04-09 flower

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