What does the cryptic crossword clue "Saw Bill get older (5)" mean?

The definition is "Saw". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AD (synonym of "Bill") + AGE (synonym of "get older"); definition: "Saw" The answer is ADAGE.

Saw Bill get older (5)

Independent Cryptic #11895 | 25 Across | 2024-11-23 flower

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