What does the cryptic crossword clue "American pine throughout (5)" mean?

The definition is "throughout". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym="American") + LONG (synonym="pine") = ALONG; definition: "throughout" The answer is ALONG.

American pine throughout (5)

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