What does the cryptic crossword clue "Way revealed, very reliable (5)" mean?

The definition is "very reliable". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ST (abbreviation="Way") + OUT (synonym="revealed,") = STOUT; definition: "very reliable" The answer is Stout.

Way revealed, very reliable (5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3024 | 26 Across | 2019-10-06 flower

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