What does the cryptic crossword clue "Those against scabs covering scar in nippers (11)" mean?

The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). POCK (synonym="scar") in PICKETS (synonym="those against scabs, slang for strike-breakers") = PICKPOCKETS The answer is PICKPOCKETS.

Those against scabs covering scar in nippers (11)

Guardian Cryptic #29600 | 12 Down | 2025-01-24 flower

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