What does the cryptic crossword clue "Surround with small dam (7)" mean?

The definition is "Surround". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "small") + MOTHER (synonym of "dam"); definition: "Surround" The answer is SMOTHER.

Surround with small dam (7)

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