What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bearing second article — jewellery (9)" mean?

The definition is "Bearing". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MO (synonym of "second") + THE (synonym of "article") + RING (synonym of "- jewellery"); definition: "Bearing" The answer is MOTHERING.

Bearing second article — jewellery (9)

Times Cryptic #28591 | 9 Across | 2023-05-01 flower

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