What does the cryptic crossword clue "Boss almost making mistake (5)" mean?

The definition is "Boss". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. GAFFER (synonym of "Boss") [curtailing: "almost"]; definition: "mistake" The answer is GAFFE.

Boss almost making mistake (5)

Independent Cryptic #11892 | 13 Across | 2024-11-20 flower

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