What does the cryptic crossword clue "Make up a sound (5)" mean?

The definition is "Make up". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + TONE (synonym="sound") = ATONE; definition: "Make up" The answer is ATONE.

Make up a sound (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16851 | 15 Down | 2022-06-03 flower

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