What does the cryptic crossword clue "Worker putting nail through tongue perhaps nurse keeps confined (9)" mean?

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Worker putting nail through tongue perhaps nurse keeps confined (9)

Independent Cryptic #12263 | 4 Down | 2026-01-27 flower

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