What does the cryptic crossword clue "Go away and live with American bird (4,2)" mean?

The definition is "Go". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BE (synonym of "live") + A (synonym of "American") + TIT (synonym of "bird"); definition: "Go away" The answer is BEATIT.

Go away and live with American bird (4,2)

Guardian Cryptic #28286 | 25 Across | 2020-11-09 flower

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