What does the cryptic crossword clue "Decline hamper before I deliver speech (11)" mean?

The definition is "Decline". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DETER (synonym="hamper") + I (from clue) + ORATE (synonym="deliver speech") = DETERIORATE; definition: "Decline" The answer is DETERIORATE.

Decline hamper before I deliver speech (11)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16565 | 29 Across | 2021-04-29 flower

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