What does the cryptic crossword clue "Subtle meaning in obvious jokes (9)" mean?

The definition is "Subtle meaning". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OVERT (synonym=""obvious"") + ONES (synonym=""jokes", in phrases such as "have you heard the one about…"") = OVERTONES; definition: "Subtle meaning" The answer is OVERTONES.

Subtle meaning in obvious jokes (9)

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