What does the cryptic crossword clue "What tall man wears for clubs, say? (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "in games such as bridge". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LONG (synonym="LONG") + SUIT (synonym="SUIT") = LONGSUIT; definition: "in games such as bridge" The answer is LONGSUIT.

What tall man wears for clubs, say? (4,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29503 | 15 Down | 2024-10-02 flower

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