What does the cryptic crossword clue "Couple with brief moment in Italian cathedral (5)" mean?

The definition is "cathedral". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. DUO (synonym of "Couple") + MO (synonym of "moment") [curtailing: "brief"]; definition: "Italian cathedral" The answer is DUOMO.

Couple with brief moment in Italian cathedral (5)

Times Cryptic #28800 | 6 Down | 2023-12-30 flower

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