What does the cryptic crossword clue "US sect quiet beside a motorway (5)" mean?

The definition is "US sect". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation of "a") + MI (synonym of "motorway") + SH (synonym of "quiet"); definition: "US sect" The answer is AMISH.

US sect quiet beside a motorway (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29028 | 10 Across | 2023-03-27 flower

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