What does the cryptic crossword clue "Best bit of sax in jazz musician's phrases? (5)" mean?

The definition is "jazz musician’s phrases". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LICK (synonym="bit") + S (first_letter="sax") = LICKS; definition: "Best" The answer is LICKS.

Best bit of sax in jazz musician's phrases? (5)

Independent Cryptic #11705 | 6 Down | 2024-04-16 flower

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