What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pipsqueak should save money – that's basic (8)" mean?

The definition is "basic". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). DIME (synonym=""money"") in RUNT (synonym=""pipsqueak"") = RUDIMENT; definition: "basic" The answer is RUDIMENT.

Pipsqueak should save money – that's basic (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29381 | 24 Across | 2024-05-13 flower

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