What does the cryptic crossword clue "Trickster handy with a card (9,5)" mean?

The definition is "Trickster". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PRACTICAL (synonym of "handy") + JOKER (synonym of "card"); definition: "Trickster" The answer is PRACTICALJOKER.

Trickster handy with a card (9,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29232 | 1 Across | 2023-11-20 flower

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