What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fifth shirt and jumper, say? (3,4)" mean?

The definition is "Fifth". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TOP (synonym="shirt") + GEAR (synonym="jumper,") = TOPGEAR; definition: "Fifth" The answer is TOPGEAR.

Fifth shirt and jumper, say? (3,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29300 | 20 Down | 2024-02-08 flower

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