What does the cryptic crossword clue "Something in the wind from Europe projecting growth in Jersey? (6,4)" mean?

The definition is "Something in the wind". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FRENCH (synonym="‘from Europe’") + HORN (synonym="‘projecting growth in Jersey’ cattle") = FRENCHHORN; definition: "Something in the wind" The answer is FRENCHHORN.

Something in the wind from Europe projecting growth in Jersey? (6,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29281 | 11 Across | 2024-01-17 flower

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