What does the cryptic crossword clue "Type in a flutter about Grand National? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Type". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of TYPEINA ("Type in a") + G (abbreviation of "Grand") [anagram: "flutter"] = EGYPTIAN; definition: "National?" The answer is EGYPTIAN.

Type in a flutter about Grand National? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #23870 | 4 Across | 2006-09-13 flower

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