What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rotten crack in ball (3,5)" mean?

The definition is "ball". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OFF (synonym of "Rotten") + BREAK (synonym of "crack"); definition: "ball" The answer is Off break.

Rotten crack in ball (3,5)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3124 | 4 Across | 2021-09-05 flower

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