What does the cryptic crossword clue "Narrow arachnid squeezes into cap (7)" mean?

The definition is "Narrow". The wordplay uses charade, container. MITE (synonym of "arachnid") + LID (synonym of "cap") [container: "squeezes"]; definition: "Narrow" The answer is LIMITED.

Narrow arachnid squeezes into cap (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29622 | 27 Across | 2025-02-19 flower

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