What does the cryptic crossword clue "Distinctive quality in a posh artist (4)" mean?

The definition is "Distinctive quality". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + U (abbreviation="posh") + RA (abbreviation="artist") = AURA; definition: "Distinctive quality" The answer is AURA.

Distinctive quality in a posh artist (4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17232 | 24 Across | 2023-11-20 flower

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