What does the cryptic crossword clue "Finally get hold of dog with fluffy hair (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "Finally get hold of". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TRACK (synonym="trail or dog – verb") + DOWN (synonym="fluffy hair") = TRACK DOWN; definition: "Finally get hold of" The answer is TRACK DOWN.

Finally get hold of dog with fluffy hair (5,4)

Times Cryptic #28789 | 6 Down | 2023-12-18 flower

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