What does the cryptic crossword clue "Free union (4,8)" mean?

The definition is "Free union". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OPEN (synonym of "Free") + MARRIAGE (synonym of "union") The answer is OPENMARRIAGE.

Free union (4,8)

Guardian Cryptic #29592 | 4 Down | 2025-01-15 flower

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