What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cries second after onion flipped? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Cries". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. S (synonym of "second") + BULB (synonym of "onion") [reversal: "flipped?"]; definition: "Cries" The answer is BLUBS.

Cries second after onion flipped? (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28974 | 19 Across | 2023-01-23 flower

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