What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wander by rock face to find duck (7)" mean?

The definition is "duck". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GAD (synonym="wander") + WALL (synonym="rock face") = GADWALL; definition: "duck" The answer is GADWALL.

Wander by rock face to find duck (7)

Times Cryptic #28811 | 5 Across | 2024-01-12 flower

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