What does the cryptic crossword clue "Swindle associated with pieces of furniture? Rubbish! (12)" mean?

The definition is "Rubbish!". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FIDDLE (synonym="swindle") + STICKS (synonym="pieces of furniture") = FIDDLESTICKS; definition: "Rubbish!" The answer is FIDDLESTICKS.

Swindle associated with pieces of furniture? Rubbish! (12)

Guardian Cryptic #29085 | 20 Across | 2023-06-01 flower

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