What does the cryptic crossword clue "Twin birds following river (5)" mean?

The definition is "Twin". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). R (synonym="river") + EMUS (synonym="flightless Australian birds") = REMUS; definition: "Twin" The answer is REMUS.

Twin birds following river (5)

Independent Cryptic #11671 | 20 Across | 2024-03-07 flower

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