What does the cryptic crossword clue "Highly formal attire that's used outside work (3,3)" mean?

The definition is "work". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of THAT (synonym="THAT") + OP (synonym="work") = TOPHAT; definition: "Highly formal attire" The answer is TOPHAT.

Highly formal attire that's used outside work (3,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29041 | 24 Across | 2023-04-11 flower

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