What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stunning, rude dismissal (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Stunning, rude dismissal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DROP (synonym of "dismissal") + DEAD (synonym of "rude"); definition: "Stunning," The answer is DROPDEAD.

Stunning, rude dismissal (4,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29459 | 21 Across | 2024-08-12 flower

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