What does the cryptic crossword clue "Traps placed outside small dens (5)" mean?

The definition is "dens". The wordplay uses charade, container. NETS (synonym of "Traps") + S (synonym of "small") [container: "placed"]; definition: "dens" The answer is NESTS.

Traps placed outside small dens (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29306 | 20 Across | 2024-02-15 flower

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