What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tent cut in the back with sword (5)" mean?

The definition is "Tent". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). T (synonym="cut") + EPEE (synonym="sword") = TEPEE; definition: "Tent" The answer is TEPEE.

Tent cut in the back with sword (5)

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