What does the cryptic crossword clue "Worried about small vessels (1-5)" mean?

The definition is "vessels". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ABOUT ("about") + S (abbreviation of "small") [anagram: "Worried"] = UBOATS; definition: "vessels" The answer is U-BOATS.

Worried about small vessels (1-5)

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