What does the cryptic crossword clue "Getting into Emirates improperly, very short cut (4-5)" mean?

The definition is "short cut". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of EMIRATES (synonym="EMIRATES") + V (synonym="very") = TIMESAVER; definition: "short cut" The answer is TIMESAVER.

Getting into Emirates improperly, very short cut (4-5)

Guardian Cryptic #29303 | 30 Across | 2024-02-12 flower

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