What does the cryptic crossword clue "Allowed to take flight (5)" mean?

The definition is "Allowed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LEG (synonym="LEG") + IT (synonym="IT") = LEGIT; definition: "requires its separation into LEG IT" The answer is LEGIT.

Allowed to take flight (5)

Independent Cryptic #11740 | 24 Across | 2024-05-27 flower

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