What does the cryptic crossword clue "Firm support for some office equipment (6)" mean?

The definition is "Firm". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CO (abbreviation="Firm") + PIER (synonym="support") = COPIER; definition: "office equipment" The answer is COPIER.

Firm support for some office equipment (6)

Guardian Cryptic #24052 | 10 Across | 2007-04-16 flower

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