What does the cryptic crossword clue "Small child taking almost everything off (5)" mean?

The definition is "off". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TOT (synonym="small child") + AL (synonym="AL") = TOTAL; definition: "off" The answer is TOTAL.

Small child taking almost everything off (5)

Times Cryptic #29109 | 9 Across | 2024-12-25 flower

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