What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stay at university for examination (5-2)" mean?

The definition is "examination". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CHECK (synonym of "Stay") + UP (synonym of "at university"); definition: "examination" The answer is CHECKUP.

Stay at university for examination (5-2)

Guardian Cryptic #24008 | 2 Down | 2007-02-23 flower

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