What does the cryptic crossword clue "Limit regarding a type of chicken (5)" mean?

The definition is "chicken". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CAP (synonym="Limit") + ON (synonym="regarding") = CAPON; definition: "chicken" The answer is CAPON.

Limit regarding a type of chicken (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17046 | 6 Down | 2023-03-03 flower

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