What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ideal article on posh tropical headgear (7)" mean?

The definition is "Ideal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). U (synonym="posh") + TOPI (synonym="tropical headgear") + AN (synonym="article") = UTOPIAN; definition: "Ideal" The answer is UTOPIAN.

Ideal article on posh tropical headgear (7)

Times Cryptic #29168 | 11 Across | 2025-03-04 flower

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