What does the cryptic crossword clue "Small flyer climbs and drops (5)" mean?

The definition is "drops". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. S (synonym of "Small") + BIRD (synonym of "flyer") [reversal: "climbs"]; definition: "drops" The answer is DRIBS.

Small flyer climbs and drops (5)

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