What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cried after snakes exposed to blast (9)" mean?

The definition is "exposed to blast". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). WINDS (synonym of "snakes") + WEPT (synonym of "Cried"); definition: "exposed to blast" The answer is WINDSWEPT.

Cried after snakes exposed to blast (9)

Times Cryptic #29063 | 25 Across | 2024-11-01 flower

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