What does the cryptic crossword clue "Figures English actor had played (9)" mean?

The definition is "Figures". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ACTORHAD ("actor had") [anagram: "played"] + E (abbreviation of "English") = OCTAHEDRA; definition: "Figures" The answer is OCTAHEDRA.

Figures English actor had played (9)

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