What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crumbling bone found in barrow (8)" mean?

The definition is "Crumbling". The wordplay uses charade, container. RIB (synonym of "bone") + MOUND (synonym of "barrow") [container: "found in"]; definition: "Crumbling" The answer is MORIBUND.

Crumbling bone found in barrow (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29596 | 8 Across | 2025-01-20 flower

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