What does the cryptic crossword clue "A victor was wrong, as stated (7)" mean?

The definition is "stated". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + V (abbreviation="victor") + ERRED (synonym="was wrong,") = AVERRED; definition: "stated" The answer is AVERRED.

A victor was wrong, as stated (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17629 | 13 Across | 2025-05-29 flower

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