What does the cryptic crossword clue "Special area in resort (3)" mean?

The definition is "resort". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SP (abbreviation="Special") + A (abbreviation="area") = SPA; definition: "resort" The answer is SPA.

Special area in resort (3)

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