What does the cryptic crossword clue "Caught odd instrument (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "instrument". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SNARED (synonym="caught") + RUM (synonym="odd") = SNAREDRUM; definition: "instrument" The answer is SNAREDRUM.

Caught odd instrument (5,4)

Independent Cryptic #11901 | 20 Across | 2024-11-30 flower

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