What does the cryptic crossword clue "Eccentric and intelligent cheat (4,5)" mean?

The definition is "cheat". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CARD (synonym of "Eccentric") + SHARP (synonym of "intelligent"); definition: "cheat" The answer is CARD SHARP.

Eccentric and intelligent cheat (4,5)

Times Cryptic #28856 | 12 Across | 2024-03-05 flower

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