What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hard like that hat (5)" mean?

The definition is "Hard". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SO (synonym of "like that") + LID (synonym of "hat"); definition: "Hard" The answer is SOLID.

Hard like that hat (5)

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