What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gain pardon playing instrument (5,5)" mean?

The definition is "instrument". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of GAINPARDON ("Gain pardon") [anagram: "playing"] = GRANDPIANO; definition: "instrument" The answer is GRANDPIANO.

Gain pardon playing instrument (5,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29430 | 24 Across | 2024-07-09 flower

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