What does the cryptic crossword clue "Monster corporation in US city (3,5)" mean?

The definition is "city". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BIG (synonym="monster") + APPLE (synonym="corporation") = BIGAPPLE; definition: "US city" The answer is BIGAPPLE.

Monster corporation in US city (3,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29048 | 5 Down | 2023-04-19 flower

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