What does the cryptic crossword clue "Worker was returning tool (7)" mean?

The definition is "tool". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. HAND (synonym of "Worker") + WAS (synonym of "was") [reversal: "returning"]; definition: "tool" The answer is HANDSAW.

Worker was returning tool (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29427 | 5 Across | 2024-07-05 flower

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