What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mexican, note, cross with detective (6)" mean?

The definition is "Mexican". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MI (synonym of "note,") + X (synonym of "cross") + TEC (synonym of "detective"); definition: "Mexican," The answer is MIXTEC.

Mexican, note, cross with detective (6)

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