What does the cryptic crossword clue "You picked up capsized boater, possibly in a state (4)" mean?

The definition is "state". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. U (synonym of "You") + HAT (synonym of "boater,") [reversal: "picked up"]; definition: "in a state" The answer is UTAH.

You picked up capsized boater, possibly in a state (4)

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