What does the cryptic crossword clue "Had unusually sound tips for purchase (8)" mean?

The definition is "purchase". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of HAD (synonym="HAD") + NOISE (synonym="sound") = ADHESION; definition: "purchase" The answer is ADHESION.

Had unusually sound tips for purchase (8)

Times Cryptic #28577 | 14 Down | 2023-04-14 flower

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