What does the cryptic crossword clue "Woman keeping record in regimental HQ (5)" mean?

The definition is "regimental HQ". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EP (synonym="record") in DOT (synonym="woman – Dorothy") = DEPOT; definition: "regimental HQ" The answer is DEPOT.

Woman keeping record in regimental HQ (5)

Times Cryptic #28802 | 6 Across | 2024-01-02 flower

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