What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mass of insects small, getting close (5)" mean?

The definition is "Mass of insects". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "small,") + WARM (synonym of "close"); definition: "Mass of insects" The answer is SWARM.

Mass of insects small, getting close (5)

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