What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run a short fiddle in cases of meat (7)" mean?

The definition is "cases of meat". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). R (synonym="run") + A (synonym="A") + VIOLI (synonym="n") = RAVIOLI; definition: "cases of meat" The answer is RAVIOLI.

Run a short fiddle in cases of meat (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29232 | 24 Across | 2023-11-20 flower

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