What does the cryptic crossword clue "Top horse to dominate (8)" mean?

The definition is "Top horse". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BEST (synonym="top") + RIDE (synonym="informal term for a journey on horseback, which can also refer to the horse itself") = BESTRIDE; definition: "Top horse" The answer is BESTRIDE.

Top horse to dominate (8)

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