What does the cryptic crossword clue "Competitor opposed to challenge by worker (10)" mean?

The definition is "Competitor". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym="opposed") + TEST (synonym="challenge") + ANT (abbreviation="worker") = CONTESTANT; definition: "Competitor" The answer is CONTESTANT.

Competitor opposed to challenge by worker (10)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17194 | 13 Across | 2023-09-27 flower

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