What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pat and Saul misplaced cooking implement (7)" mean?

The definition is "implement". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PAT + SAUL = SPATULA; definition: "implement" The answer is SPATULA.

Pat and Saul misplaced cooking implement (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17260 | 1 Across | 2023-12-29 flower