What does the cryptic crossword clue "Commanding position of stationery items and fruit (9)" mean?

The definition is "Commanding position". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RULERS (synonym="stationery items") + HIP (synonym="fruit – rose-hip for example") = RULERSHIP; definition: "Commanding position" The answer is RULERSHIP.

Commanding position of stationery items and fruit (9)

Times Cryptic #28616 | 14 Across | 2023-05-30 flower

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