What does the cryptic crossword clue "Play safe with hammer (5,3)" mean?

The definition is "Play". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PETER (synonym="slang for safe") + PAN (synonym="hammer, criticise") = PETER PAN; definition: "Play" The answer is PETER PAN.

Play safe with hammer (5,3)

Times Cryptic #27897 | 16 Down | 2021-02-10 flower

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