What does the cryptic crossword clue "Low river in high ground (4)" mean?

The definition is "high ground". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MOO (synonym of "Low") + R (synonym of "river"); definition: "high ground" The answer is MOOR.

Low river in high ground (4)

Times Cryptic #27820 | 16 Across | 2020-11-12 flower

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