What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cross round a model village (8)" mean?

The definition is "Cross". The wordplay uses charade, container. SALTIRE (synonym of "Cross") + A (abbreviation of "a") [container: "round"]; definition: "model village" The answer is SALTAIRE.

Cross round a model village (8)

Guardian Cryptic #25765 | 8 Down | 2012-10-12 flower

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