What does the cryptic crossword clue "Picks length to cut new carpet (7)" mean?

The definition is "Picks". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of CARPET (synonym="CARPET") + L (synonym="length") = PLECTRA; definition: "Picks" The answer is PLECTRA.

Picks length to cut new carpet (7)

Independent Cryptic #11779 | 19 Across | 2024-07-11 flower

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