What does the cryptic crossword clue "Two types of neckwear for keen rower (6)" mean?

The definition is "keen rower". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BOA (synonym="BOA") + TIE (synonym="two types of neckwear") = BOATIE; definition: "keen rower" The answer is BOATIE.

Two types of neckwear for keen rower (6)

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