Thing broadcast on Clash singer after dark (8)

From Daily Telegraph Cryptic 31265, 5D

5D — Thing broadcast on Clash singer after dark (8)NIGHTJAR

  • Definition
    Definition found: 'singer after dark' — The definition is the last three words — a bird that churrs through the small hours.
  • Indicator
    Indicator found: 'broadcast'
  • Operation
    'broadcast' signals a anagram operation
  • Fodder
    Fodder: 'Thing'
  • Synonym
    Synonyms spotted: 'Clash' → JAR
  • Assembly
    (THING > NIGHT) + JAR = NIGHTJAR

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