What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bones in the head all turned to point (8)" mean?

The definition is "Bones". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. PATE (synonym of "head") + ALL (synonym of "all") + E (abbreviation of "point") [reversal: "turned"]; definition: "Bones" The answer is PATELLAE.

Bones in the head all turned to point (8)

Guardian Cryptic #23870 | 15 Down | 2006-09-13 flower

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