What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bug nearly put on band member in recital (4,6)" mean?

The definition is "Bug". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STAG (synonym="STAG") + BEETLE (synonym="BEETLE") = STAG BEETLE; definition: "Bug" The answer is STAG BEETLE.

Bug nearly put on band member in recital (4,6)

Times Cryptic #28964 | 17 Across | 2024-07-09 flower

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