What does the cryptic crossword clue "French article and English translation for metalworker (5)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LA (synonym="=French articles, i.e. a French word for the") + THE (synonym="=English translation, of the") = LATHE The answer is LATHE.

French article and English translation for metalworker (5)

Independent Cryptic #11946 | 13 Across | 2025-01-22 flower

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