What does the cryptic crossword clue "Approaching Tyneside on a river (4)" mean?

The definition is "Approaching". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NE (synonym="Tyneside") + A (from clue) + R (abbreviation="river") = NEAR; definition: "Approaching" The answer is NEAR.

Approaching Tyneside on a river (4)

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