What does the cryptic crossword clue "After break, back in a jiffy (5,6)" mean?

The definition is "jiffy". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SPLIT (synonym of "break,") + SECOND (synonym of "back"); definition: "jiffy" The answer is Split second.

After break, back in a jiffy (5,6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3073 | 1 Across | 2020-09-13 flower

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