What does the cryptic crossword clue "Squash blood under shoe (7)" mean?

The definition is "Squash". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PUMP (synonym of "shoe") + KIN (synonym of "blood"); definition: "Squash" The answer is PUMPKIN.

Squash blood under shoe (7)

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