What does the cryptic crossword clue "Duct raised, say (4,2)" mean?

The definition is "say". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PIPE (synonym="Duct") + UP (abbreviation="raised,") = PIPE UP; definition: "say" The answer is Pipe up.

Duct raised, say (4,2)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3011 | 12 Across | 2019-07-07 flower

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