What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wimp draws naval officer doing handstand? (7)" mean?

The definition is "Wimp". The wordplay uses a reversal. MILKS (synonym="draws") + PO (reversal="Petty Officer, naval officer") = MILKSOP; definition: "Wimp" The answer is MILKSOP.

Wimp draws naval officer doing handstand? (7)

Times Cryptic #28943 | 20 Down | 2024-06-14 flower

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