What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dandy's invitation to flyer to pay a quick visit? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Dandy". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). POP (synonym="POP") + IN (synonym="invitation… to pay a quick visit") + JAY (synonym="flyer – bird") = POPINJAY; definition: "Dandy's" The answer is POPINJAY.

Dandy's invitation to flyer to pay a quick visit? (8)

Times Cryptic #28580 | 4 Across | 2023-04-18 flower

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