What does the cryptic crossword clue "Assumed names as found in American stories (7)" mean?

The definition is "Assumed names". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym="A") + LI (synonym="AS") + AS (synonym="AS") + ES (synonym="AS") = ALIASES; definition: "Assumed names" The answer is ALIASES.

Assumed names as found in American stories (7)

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