What does the cryptic crossword clue "Separate layer covering ancient temple (9)" mean?

The definition is "temple". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PART (synonym="separate") + HEN (synonym="layer of eggs") + ON (synonym="covering") = PARTHENON; definition: "ancient temple" The answer is PARTHENON.

Separate layer covering ancient temple (9)

Times Cryptic #29162 | 19 Across | 2025-02-25 flower

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