What does the cryptic crossword clue "Short story identifying detective, in brief? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Short story". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym="CON") + TE (synonym="TE") = CONTE; definition: "Short story" The answer is CONTE.

Short story identifying detective, in brief? (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29288 | 24 Across | 2024-01-25 flower

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