What does the cryptic crossword clue "Delicate shot racket struck at the finish (4)" mean?

The definition is "Delicate shot". The wordplay uses charade, parts. DIN (synonym of "racket") + K (last letter of "struck") [last letter: "at"]; definition: "Delicate shot" The answer is DINK.

Delicate shot racket struck at the finish (4)

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