What does the cryptic crossword clue "Standard statement of support for barrier (8)" mean?

The definition is "barrier". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). STOCK (standard) + ADE (sounds like – statement of – aid, support) The answer is STOCKADE.

Standard statement of support for barrier (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29214 | 5 Down | 2023-10-30 flower

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