What does the cryptic crossword clue "Minor figures in international body engaged in much oil wrangling (9)" mean?

The definition is "Minor figures". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of UN (synonym="United Nations – international body") + MUCH (synonym="MUCH") + OIL (synonym="OIL") = HOMUNCULI The answer is HOMUNCULI.

Minor figures in international body engaged in much oil wrangling (9)

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