What does the cryptic crossword clue "Aviary, excessive inside small building (7)" mean?

The definition is "small building". The wordplay uses charade, container. CAGE (synonym of "Aviary,") + OTT (synonym of "excessive") [container: "inside"]; definition: "small building" The answer is COTTAGE.

Aviary, excessive inside small building (7)

Times Cryptic #28582 | 19 Across | 2023-04-20 flower

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