What does the cryptic crossword clue "Trunk for captain going round Channel Islands (9)" mean?

The definition is "Trunk". The wordplay uses charade, container. PRO (synonym of "for") + BOSS (synonym of "captain") + CI (synonym of "Channel Islands") [container: "going round"]; definition: "Trunk" The answer is PROBOSCIS.

Trunk for captain going round Channel Islands (9)

Times Cryptic #29125 | 21 Across | 2025-01-13 flower

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