What does the cryptic crossword clue "Perhaps copper worker is after material (8)" mean?

The definition is "Perhaps copper". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SERGE (synonym of "material") + ANT (synonym of "worker"); definition: "Perhaps copper" The answer is SERGEANT.

Perhaps copper worker is after material (8)

Times Cryptic #29006 | 24 Across | 2024-08-27 flower

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