What does the cryptic crossword clue "Work university advanced is magnificent (7)" mean?

The definition is "Work". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OP (synonym of "Work") + U (synonym of "university") + LENT (synonym of "advanced"); definition: "magnificent" The answer is OPULENT.

Work university advanced is magnificent (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29457 | 27 Across | 2024-08-09 flower

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