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

The definition is "Subtle meanings". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OVERT (synonym="OVERT") + ONES (synonym="obvious jokes") = OVERTONES; definition: "Subtle meanings" The answer is OVERTONES.

Subtle meanings in obvious jokes (9)

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