What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bird mum keeps at home (4)" mean?

The definition is "Bird". The wordplay uses charade, container. MA (synonym of "mum") + IN (synonym of "home") [container: "keeps"]; definition: "Bird" The answer is MINA.

Bird mum keeps at home (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29640 | 12 Across | 2025-03-12 flower

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