What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dismissed over scoop revealing criminal’s temporary release (3,2,4)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OUT (synonym="‘dismissed’ eg in cricket") + ON (synonym="‘over’") + BAIL (synonym="‘scoop’ eg water in a boat") = OUTONBAIL The answer is OUTONBAIL.

Dismissed over scoop revealing criminal’s temporary release (3,2,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29484 | 6 Down | 2024-09-10 flower

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