What does the cryptic crossword clue "Times editor getting rubbed out (6)" mean?

The definition is "out". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ERAS (synonym of "Times") + ED (synonym of "editor"); definition: "rubbed out" The answer is ERASED.

Times editor getting rubbed out (6)

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