What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bring about the release of cowardly youngster (6,7)" mean?

The definition is "youngster". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SPRING (synonym="release") + CHICKEN (synonym="cowardly") = SPRING CHICKEN; definition: "youngster" The answer is SPRING CHICKEN.

Bring about the release of cowardly youngster (6,7)

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