What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fielder's protracted period of inactivity (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Fielder". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LONG (synonym="protracted") + STOP (synonym="period") = LONG STOP; definition: "Fielder's" The answer is LONG STOP.

Fielder's protracted period of inactivity (4,4)

Times Cryptic #29011 | 1 Across | 2024-09-02 flower

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