What does the cryptic crossword clue "Order back in penalty box (5)" mean?

The definition is "box". The wordplay uses charade, parts. TELL (synonym of "Order") + Y (last letter of "penalty") [last letter: "back"]; definition: "box" The answer is TELLY.

Order back in penalty box (5)

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