What does the cryptic crossword clue "Examine cap used by batter? (6)" mean?

The definition is "batter?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EYE (synonym="Examine") + LID (synonym="cap") = EYELID; definition: "used by batter?" The answer is Eyelid.

Examine cap used by batter? (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3091 | 20 Down | 2021-01-17 flower

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