What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tenor taking break with daughter (5)" mean?

The definition is "Tenor". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). D (synonym="aughter") + RIFT (synonym="RIFT") = DRIFT; definition: "Tenor" The answer is DRIFT.

Tenor taking break with daughter (5)

Times Cryptic #28834 | 24 Across | 2024-02-08 flower

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