What does the cryptic crossword clue "26 wrong – or not? (8)" mean?

The definition is "is ‘total’ – answer to 26dn)". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OUT (synonym="wrong") + RIGHT (synonym="or not") = OUTRIGHT; definition: "is ‘total’ – answer to 26dn)" The answer is OUTRIGHT.

26 wrong – or not? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29550 | 7 Down | 2024-11-26 flower

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