Maritime circle that will wither? (7)
I believe the answer is:
searing
'will wither?' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this definition defines the answer.
'maritime circle' is the wordplay.
'maritime' becomes 'sea' (I've seen this in another clue).
'circle' becomes 'ring' (synonyms).
'sea'+'ring'='SEARING'
'that' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for searing that I've seen before include "An aromatic liquid; aumbry (anag.)" , "Scorching" .)