What does the cryptic crossword clue "Elevated plain dish — to the French (7)" mean?

The definition is "Elevated plain". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PLATE (synonym="PLATE") + AU (synonym="AU") = PLATEAU; definition: "Elevated plain" The answer is PLATEAU.

Elevated plain dish — to the French (7)

Times Cryptic #29179 | 12 Across | 2025-03-17 flower

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