What does the cryptic crossword clue "Butt of jokes seems too generic in part (6)" mean?

The definition is "Butt". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "butt of jokes seemS TOO GEneric in part" The answer is STOOGE.

Butt of jokes seems too generic in part (6)

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