What does the cryptic crossword clue "Poke holes in egg with a pointed implement (7)" mean?

The definition is "Poke holes in". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NIT (synonym="egg") + PICK (synonym="pointed instrument") = NITPICK The answer is NITPICK.

Poke holes in egg with a pointed implement (7)

Independent Cryptic #11957 | 13 Across | 2025-02-04 flower

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