What does the cryptic crossword clue "Two small measures for land (6)" mean?

The definition is "land". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CL (synonym="centilitre") + INCH (synonym="INCH") = CLINCH; definition: "land" The answer is CLINCH.

Two small measures for land (6)

Guardian Cryptic #28986 | 17 Across | 2023-02-06 flower

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