What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wood works in church (5)" mean?

The definition is "Wood". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OPS (synonym of "works") + CE (synonym of "church"); definition: "Wood" The answer is COPSE.

Wood works in church (5)

Guardian Cryptic #25257 | 16 Across | 2011-02-28 flower

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