What does the cryptic crossword clue "Calling bird landing then flying away (7)" mean?

The definition is "Calling". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TIT (synonym="bird") + LING (synonym="landing") = TITLING; definition: "Calling" The answer is TITLING.

Calling bird landing then flying away (7)

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