What does the cryptic crossword clue "Woman's tips in operation for wading bird (5)" mean?

The definition is "wading bird". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HER (abbreviation="Woman's") + ON (synonym="in operation") = HERON; definition: "wading bird" The answer is HERON.

Woman's tips in operation for wading bird (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17585 | 12 Down | 2025-03-28 flower

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