What does the cryptic crossword clue "Four of them made one of the classics (4)" mean?

The definition is "classics". The wordplay uses a hidden word. A hidden answer (‘four of’ – i.e.four letters of) in ‘th EM MA de’. The answer is EMMA.

Four of them made one of the classics (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29431 | 22 Across | 2024-07-10 flower

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