What does the cryptic crossword clue "Figure working in joint (5)" mean?

The definition is "joint". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TEN (synonym of "Figure") + ON (synonym of "working"); definition: "joint" The answer is Tenon.

Figure working in joint (5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3166 | 14 Down | 2022-06-26 flower

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