What does the cryptic crossword clue "Boring house with unpleasant smell (2,3)" mean?

The definition is "Boring". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HO (abbreviation="house") + HUM (synonym="smell") = HOHUM; definition: "Boring" The answer is HOHUM.

Boring house with unpleasant smell (2,3)

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