What does the cryptic crossword clue "Separate escarpment for bird (9)" mean?

The definition is "bird". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PART (synonym of "Separate") + RIDGE (synonym of "escarpment"); definition: "bird" The answer is Partridge.

Separate escarpment for bird (9)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3105 | 14 Across | 2021-04-25 flower

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