What does the cryptic crossword clue "Zany dance for prison guards? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Zany". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SCREW (synonym="prison guard") + BALL (synonym="dance") = SCREWBALL; definition: "Zany" The answer is SCREWBALL.

Zany dance for prison guards? (9)

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