What does the cryptic crossword clue "Turkey portion, like one given to a child (4,5)" mean?

The definition is "Turkey portion". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AS (abbreviation="like") + I (abbreviation="one") + A (abbreviation="a") + MINOR (synonym="child") = ASIAMINOR; definition: "Turkey portion," The answer is ASIAMINOR.

Turkey portion, like one given to a child (4,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29274 | 14 Down | 2024-01-09 flower

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