What does the cryptic crossword clue "Measure feeling of dread associated with memory that cannot be erased (8)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ANGST (synonym="feeling of dread") + ROM (synonym="memory that cannot be erased") = ANGSTROM The answer is ANGSTROM.

Measure feeling of dread associated with memory that cannot be erased (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29251 | 24 Across | 2023-12-12 flower

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