What does the cryptic crossword clue "Girl from Morecambe area? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Girl". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ERIC (synonym of "Morecambe") + A (synonym of "area?"); definition: "Girl" The answer is ERICA.

Girl from Morecambe area? (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29124 | 22 Down | 2023-07-17 flower

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