What does the cryptic crossword clue "Small edge goes to fielder (4)" mean?

The definition is "fielder". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (abbreviation="Small") + LIP (synonym="edge") = SLIP; definition: "fielder" The answer is SLIP.

Small edge goes to fielder (4)

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