What does the cryptic crossword clue "Model style mostly followed by one in five (9)" mean?

The definition is "Model". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MANNE (synonym="MANNE") + QUIN (synonym="‘one in five’") = MANNEQUIN; definition: "Model" The answer is MANNEQUIN.

Model style mostly followed by one in five (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29005 | 18 Across | 2023-02-28 flower

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