What does the cryptic crossword clue "Study of aspects of language oddities encountered using mobiles? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Study of aspects of language". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). PHONETICS ( sounds like [using mobiles] PHONEY TICS [fake ticks; oddities?]) The answer is PHONETICS.

Study of aspects of language oddities encountered using mobiles? (9)

Independent Cryptic #11666 | 16 Down | 2024-03-01 flower

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