What does the cryptic crossword clue "Exploits American eateries on vacation (4)" mean?

The definition is "Exploits". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). US (abbreviation="American") + E (first_letter="eateries") + S (abbreviation="on") = USES; definition: "Exploits" The answer is USES.

Exploits American eateries on vacation (4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17184 | 12 Across | 2023-09-13 flower

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