What does the cryptic crossword clue "Not heading into restricted hospital areas? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Not heading into". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OUT (synonym="OUT") + WARDS (synonym="WARDS") = OUTWARDS; definition: "Not heading into" The answer is OUTWARDS.

Not heading into restricted hospital areas? (8)

Times Cryptic #28447 | 9 Across | 2022-11-14 flower

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