What does the cryptic crossword clue "Material about eastern Mediterranean area (8)" mean?

The definition is "area". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym="about") + LEVANT (synonym="eastern Mediterranean area") = RELEVANT; definition: "Material" The answer is RELEVANT.

Material about eastern Mediterranean area (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29071 | 14 Across | 2023-05-16 flower

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