What does the cryptic crossword clue "A piece, not entirely similar (4)" mean?

The definition is "similar". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. IN (synonym of "A") + MAKE (synonym of "piece,") [deletion: "not"]; definition: "similar" The answer is Akin.

A piece, not entirely similar (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3094 | 11 Across | 2021-02-07 flower

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