What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pa miscounted and played joker (5-2,8)" mean?

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What is the answer to "Pa miscounted and played joker (5-2,8)"?

The answer is Stand-up comedian.

Pa miscounted and played joker (5-2,8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3109 | 26 Across | 2021-05-23 flower

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