What does the cryptic crossword clue "Develop way with less money to get mediator (12)" mean?

The definition is "mediator". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HONE (synonym="develop = refine") + ST (synonym="abbreviation for street = way") + BROKER (synonym="more broke = more short of money") = HONESTBROKER; definition: "mediator" The answer is HONESTBROKER.

Develop way with less money to get mediator (12)

Independent Cryptic #11953 | 10 Down | 2025-01-30 flower

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