What does the cryptic crossword clue "Flyer's transport almost late (7)" mean?

The definition is "Flyer". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. BUS (synonym of "transport") + TARDY (synonym of "late") [curtailing: "almost"]; definition: "Flyer's" The answer is BUSTARD.

Flyer's transport almost late (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28941 | 1 Across | 2022-12-15 flower

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