What does the cryptic crossword clue "Linked group crossed lines in New England? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Linked group". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). NE (synonym="NE") + X (synonym="a shape made by two crossed lines") + US (synonym="New England is the north-eastern states") = NEXUS; definition: "Linked group" The answer is NEXUS.

Linked group crossed lines in New England? (5)

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