What does the cryptic crossword clue "Figure location of the Orient Express (5)" mean?

The definition is "Express". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STAT (synonym="figure – usually in the plural") + E (synonym="East – location of the Orient") = STATE; definition: "Express" The answer is STATE.

Figure location of the Orient Express (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29690 | 16 Across | 2025-05-09 flower

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