What does the cryptic crossword clue "Submissive medic on French island (6)" mean?

The definition is "Submissive". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DOC (synonym of "medic") + I (synonym of "island") + LE (abbreviation of "French"); definition: "Submissive" The answer is DOCILE.

Submissive medic on French island (6)

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