What does the cryptic crossword clue "Thus cover the person writing in oblique symbols (6)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SO (synonym="SO") + LID (synonym="cover") + I (synonym="the person writing") = SOLIDI The answer is SOLIDI.

Thus cover the person writing in oblique symbols (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29525 | 25 Across | 2024-10-28 flower

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