What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bring chopper down here, smashing part of mouth into skull (7)" mean?

The definition is "Bring chopper down here". The wordplay uses a hidden word. LIP (synonym="part of mouth") in HEAD (synonym="skull") = HELIPAD; definition: "Bring chopper down here," The answer is HELIPAD.

Bring chopper down here, smashing part of mouth into skull (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29160 | 17 Across | 2023-08-28 flower

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