What does the cryptic crossword clue "Big game bird that's magnificent? (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "Big". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SUPERB (synonym of "magnificent?") + OWL (synonym of "bird"); definition: "Big game" The answer is SUPERBOWL.

Big game bird that's magnificent? (5,4)

Guardian Cryptic #25594 | 10 Across | 2012-03-27 flower

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