What does the cryptic crossword clue "Giant bird on a pole (5)" mean?

The definition is "Giant". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of A ("a") + TIT (synonym of "bird") + N (abbreviation of "pole") = TITAN; definition: "Giant" The answer is TITAN.

Giant bird on a pole (5)

Guardian Cryptic #24840 | 7 Down | 2009-10-26 flower

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