What does the cryptic crossword clue "Amazon v Inland Revenue (6)" mean?

The definition is "Amazon". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). V (synonym="V") + IR (synonym="abbreviation for Inland Revenue, formerly the Government department responsible for taxation; now part of HM Revenue and Customs") + AGO (synonym="in the past, as in “a year ago”") = VIRAGO; definition: "Amazon" The answer is VIRAGO.

Amazon v Inland Revenue (6)

Independent Cryptic #11814 | 15 Across | 2024-08-21 flower

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