What does the cryptic crossword clue "Block off border with sharp spikes (6)" mean?

The definition is "with sharp spikes". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BAR (synonym="Block") + BED (synonym="border") = BARBED; definition: "with sharp spikes" The answer is BARBED.

Block off border with sharp spikes (6)

Times Cryptic #29189 | 1 Across | 2025-03-28 flower

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