What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wash second baby (3,2)" mean?

The definition is "Wash". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MO (synonym of "second") + PUP (synonym of "baby"); definition: "Wash" The answer is mop up.

Wash second baby (3,2)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3176 | 2 Down | 2022-09-04 flower

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