What does the cryptic crossword clue "What protects boat with fine finish on English river (6)" mean?

The definition is "What protects boat". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). F (synonym of "fine") + END (synonym of "finish") + E (synonym of "English") + R (synonym of "river"); definition: "What protects boat" The answer is FENDER.

What protects boat with fine finish on English river (6)

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