What does the cryptic crossword clue "Threads appear to change length (7)" mean?

The definition is "Threads". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of APPEAR ("appear") + L (abbreviation of "length") [anagram: "change"] = APPAREL; definition: "Threads" The answer is APPAREL.

Threads appear to change length (7)

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