What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wide boy and dignitaries turning up (4)" mean?

The definition is "Wide". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of VIPS (synonym of "dignitaries") [reversal: "turning"]; definition: "Wide boy" The answer is SPIV.

Wide boy and dignitaries turning up (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29489 | 20 Down | 2024-09-16 flower

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