What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cut and separate a few lines (3,4)" mean?

The definition is "a few lines". The wordplay uses a deletion. BIT (synonym="cut – small piece") + PART (synonym="separate") = BIT PART; definition: "a few lines" The answer is BIT PART.

Cut and separate a few lines (3,4)

Times Cryptic #28766 | 24 Across | 2023-11-21 flower

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