What does the cryptic crossword clue "Good long periods after horse vaults (8)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DUN (synonym="horse") + G (synonym="good") + EONS (synonym="long periods") = DUNGEONS The answer is DUNGEONS.

Good long periods after horse vaults (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29235 | 15 Across | 2023-11-23 flower

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