What does the cryptic crossword clue "Place by Russian river containing diverse elements (6)" mean?

The definition is "diverse elements". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PL (abbreviation="Place") + URAL (synonym="Russian river") = PLURAL; definition: "diverse elements" The answer is PLURAL.

Place by Russian river containing diverse elements (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17173 | 9 Across | 2023-08-29 flower

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