What does the cryptic crossword clue "Beware being caught by hail (4)" mean?

The definition is "Beware". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). C (synonym of "caught") + AVE (synonym of "hail"); definition: "Beware" The answer is CAVE.

Beware being caught by hail (4)

Times Cryptic #29020 | 14 Across | 2024-09-12 flower

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