What does the cryptic crossword clue "Colour of home before excavation over (6)" mean?

The definition is "over". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym of "home") + DIG (synonym of "excavation") + O (synonym of "over"); definition: "Colour" The answer is INDIGO.

Colour of home before excavation over (6)

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