What does the cryptic crossword clue "A small amount that's penned about part of tyre (5)" mean?

The definition is "part of tyre". The wordplay uses charade, container. TAD (synonym of "small amount") + RE (synonym of "about") [container: "penned"]; definition: "part of tyre" The answer is TREAD.

A small amount that's penned about part of tyre (5)

Times Cryptic #28863 | 11 Across | 2024-03-13 flower

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