What does the cryptic crossword clue "Holy place thumbs-down for old toys (7)" mean?

The definition is "toys". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MECCA (synonym="holy place") + NO (synonym="thumbs-down") = MECCANO; definition: "toys" The answer is MECCANO.

Holy place thumbs-down for old toys (7)

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