What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spread wings? These do (11)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BUTTER (synonym="a spread") + FLIES (synonym="wings, as a verb") = BUTTERFLIES The answer is BUTTERFLIES.

Spread wings? These do (11)

Guardian Cryptic #29359 | 12 Across | 2024-04-17 flower

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