What does the cryptic crossword clue "Work of art, say, outside university (6)" mean?

The definition is "Work". The wordplay uses charade, container. STATE (synonym of "say,") + U (synonym of "university") [container: "outside"]; definition: "Work of art," The answer is STATUE.

Work of art, say, outside university (6)

Times Cryptic #29094 | 5 Across | 2024-12-07 flower

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