What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ready with plain or plush fabric (8)" mean?

The definition is "Ready". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CASH (synonym="Ready") + MERE (synonym="plain") = CASHMERE; definition: "fabric" The answer is CASHMERE.

Ready with plain or plush fabric (8)

Times Cryptic #29004 | 1 Across | 2024-08-24 flower

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