What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stash Spielberg's cap with Bruce's tail on island (7)" mean?

The definition is "Stash". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym="first letter of [cap] S pielberg") + E (synonym="last letter of [tail] bruc E") + CRETE (synonym="Greek island") = SECRETE; definition: "Stash" The answer is SECRETE.

Stash Spielberg's cap with Bruce's tail on island (7)

Independent Cryptic #12074 | 8 Down | 2025-06-20 flower

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