What does the cryptic crossword clue "Running caravan over grass? On the contrary (10)" mean?

The definition is "Running". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). CAMPER (synonym="caravan") in SING (synonym="grass") = SCAMPERING; definition: "Running" The answer is SCAMPERING.

Running caravan over grass? On the contrary (10)

Guardian Cryptic #28504 | 19 Across | 2021-07-22 flower

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