What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spots are fine, not quite rash (8)" mean?

The definition is "Spots". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. F (synonym of "fine,") + RECKLESS (synonym of "rash") [curtailing: "not quite"]; definition: "Spots" The answer is FRECKLES.

Spots are fine, not quite rash (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29016 | 10 Across | 2023-03-13 flower

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