What does the cryptic crossword clue "A truly incomplete state (4)" mean?

The definition is "state". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. A (abbreviation of "A") + VERY (synonym of "truly") [curtailing: "incomplete"]; definition: "state" The answer is AVER.

A truly incomplete state (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29513 | 10 Across | 2024-10-14 flower

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