What does the cryptic crossword clue "Groups of soldiers cricketer cheers with pride? (10)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BAT (synonym="cricketer") + TA (synonym="thank you, cheers") + LIONS (synonym="pride") = BATTALIONS The answer is BATTALIONS.

Groups of soldiers cricketer cheers with pride? (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29465 | 22 Across | 2024-08-19 flower

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