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Put together cut glass emblems (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

assemble

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'put together' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'cut glass emblems' is the wordplay.
'ASSEMBLE' is hidden within the letters.
But, I am uncertain how the hidden word is indicated.

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(Other definitions for assemble that I've seen before include "See lambs (anag) - gather together" , "Gather together in one place" , "Gather or congregate together" , "Bring or gather together" , "Come or bring group together" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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