What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spades suffice for flipping turf (3)" mean?

The definition is "turf". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. S (synonym of "Spades") + DO (synonym of "suffice") [reversal: "flipping"]; definition: "turf" The answer is SOD.

Spades suffice for flipping turf (3)

Times Cryptic #29087 | 9 Across | 2024-11-29 flower

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