What does the cryptic crossword clue "Officer back with tea (6,4)" mean?

The definition is "Officer". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SECOND (synonym="SECOND") + MATE (synonym="MATE") = SECOND MATE The answer is SECOND MATE.

Officer back with tea (6,4)

Times Cryptic #29038 | 1 Across | 2024-10-03 flower

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