What does the cryptic crossword clue "Drop first-class group game (7)" mean?

The definition is "Drop". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym=""first-class"") + BAND (synonym=""group"") + ON (synonym=""game"") = ABANDON; definition: "Drop" The answer is ABANDON.

Drop first-class group game (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28902 | 8 Across | 2022-10-31 flower

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