What does the cryptic crossword clue "Run for charity to cross desert (4)" mean?

The definition is "desert". The wordplay uses charade, container. R (synonym of "Run") + AID (synonym of "charity") [container: "to cross"]; definition: "desert" The answer is ARID.

Run for charity to cross desert (4)

Times Cryptic #28605 | 20 Across | 2023-05-17 flower

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