What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stop sheep chasing the Alsatian? (3,2)" mean?

The definition is "Stop". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LE (synonym="the, in French") + TUP (synonym="sheep") = LET UP; definition: "Stop" The answer is LET UP.

Stop sheep chasing the Alsatian? (3,2)

Times Cryptic #28577 | 18 Across | 2023-04-14 flower

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