What does the cryptic crossword clue "Singing group folded sheets reportedly (5)" mean?

The definition is "Singing". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). CHOIR ( sounds like [reportedly] QUIRE [24 sheets of paper {now often 25} of the same size and quality; formerly, four sheets of paper or parchment folded together to make eight leaves ) The answer is CHOIR.

Singing group folded sheets reportedly (5)

Independent Cryptic #12060 | 9 Across | 2025-06-04 flower

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