What does the cryptic crossword clue "They’re privileged to be locked up next to ravens’ cage (8)" mean?

The definition is "They’re privileged". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). INSIDE (synonym="‘locked up’ – imprisoned") + RS (synonym="‘ R aven S ‘ cage’") = INSIDERS; definition: "They're privileged" The answer is INSIDERS.

They’re privileged to be locked up next to ravens’ cage (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29714 | 11 Across | 2025-06-06 flower

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