What does the cryptic crossword clue "Brief about pee containing metallic element (8)" mean?

The definition is "containing metallic element". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TELL (synonym of "Brief") + URI (synonym of "pee") + C (synonym of "about"); definition: "containing metallic element" The answer is TELLURIC.

Brief about pee containing metallic element (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29035 | 23 Across | 2023-04-04 flower

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