What does the cryptic crossword clue "Short message, cute (4)" mean?

The definition is "cute". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. TWEET (synonym of "message,") [curtailing: "Short"]; definition: "cute" The answer is Twee.

Short message, cute (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3109 | 12 Across | 2021-05-23 flower

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