What does the cryptic crossword clue "Digressions to trim with new dissertations (11)" mean?

The definition is "Digressions". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PARE (synonym of "trim") + N (synonym of "new") + THESES (synonym of "dissertations"); definition: "Digressions" The answer is PARENTHESES.

Digressions to trim with new dissertations (11)

Times Cryptic #28725 | 22 Across | 2023-10-04 flower

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