What does the cryptic crossword clue "Field runs across river: it’s outstanding (6)" mean?

The definition is "it's outstanding". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AREA (synonym of "Field") + R (abbreviation of "runs") + R (abbreviation of "river:"); definition: "it's outstanding" The answer is ARREAR.

Field runs across river: it’s outstanding (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29062 | 4 Across | 2023-05-05 flower

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