Arthropod making talisman move sideways (9,4)

From Express Cryptic 20260610, 18A —

18A — Arthropod making talisman move sideways (9,4) — HORSESHOE CRAB

  • Definition
    Definition found: 'Arthropod' — The definition is the first word — an ancient marine creature.
  • Wordplay
    Wordplay: Charade
  • Synonym
    Synonyms spotted: 'talisman' → HORSESHOE
  • Synonym
    Synonyms spotted: 'move sideways' → CRAB
  • Assembly
    HORSESHOE + CRAB = HORSESHOE CRAB

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