What does the cryptic crossword clue "What covers painting? Dirt (5)" mean?

The definition is "What". The wordplay uses charade, container. EH (synonym of "What") + ART (synonym of "painting?") [container: "covers"]; definition: "Dirt" The answer is EARTH.

What covers painting? Dirt (5)

Independent Cryptic #11619 | 13 Across | 2024-01-06 flower

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