What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dependable tutor initially out of practice? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Dependable". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). T (first_letter="tutor") + RUSTY (synonym="out") = TRUSTY; definition: "Dependable" The answer is TRUSTY.

Dependable tutor initially out of practice? (6)

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