What does the cryptic crossword clue "Small curl cut back (6)" mean?

The definition is "Small". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "Small") + CRIMP (synonym of "curl"); definition: "cut back" The answer is SCRIMP.

Small curl cut back (6)

Guardian Cryptic #28928 | 4 Across | 2022-11-30 flower

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