What does the cryptic crossword clue "Cut new flower (6)" mean?

The definition is "Cut". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SEVER (synonym of "Cut") + N (synonym of "new"); definition: "flower" The answer is SEVERN.

Cut new flower (6)

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