What does the cryptic crossword clue "Secure one working cogwheel (6)" mean?

The definition is "Secure". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PIN (synonym="secure") + I (synonym="one") + ON (synonym="working") = PINION; definition: "Secure" The answer is PINION.

Secure one working cogwheel (6)

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