What does the cryptic crossword clue "Funny turn before dance (9)" mean?

The definition is "dance". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SCREW (synonym of "turn") + BALL (synonym of "dance"); definition: "Funny" The answer is Screwball.

Funny turn before dance (9)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3073 | 16 Down | 2020-09-13 flower

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