What does the cryptic crossword clue "A long period carrying fruit and feathers (8)" mean?

The definition is "feathers". The wordplay uses charade, container. AGE (synonym of "long period") + PLUMS (synonym of "fruit") [container: "carrying"]; definition: "feathers" The answer is PLUMAGES.

A long period carrying fruit and feathers (8)

Independent Cryptic #1795 | 9 Down | 2024-07-21 flower

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