What does the cryptic crossword clue "Releases United fixtures after noon (6)" mean?

The definition is "Releases". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). U (synonym of "United") + N (synonym of "noon") + TIES (synonym of "fixtures"); definition: "Releases" The answer is UNTIES.

Releases United fixtures after noon (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29158 | 29 Across | 2023-08-25 flower

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