What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stone, a hinged barrier (5)" mean?

The definition is "Stone,". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation="a") + GATE (synonym="barrier") = AGATE; definition: "Stone," The answer is Agate.

Stone, a hinged barrier (5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3096 | 10 Across | 2021-02-21 flower

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