What does the cryptic crossword clue "Support worker as seen in court? (8)" mean?

The definition is "seen in court". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BACK (synonym="support") + HAND (synonym="worker") = BACKHAND The answer is BACKHAND.

Support worker as seen in court? (8)

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