What does the cryptic crossword clue "Girl with small outhouse, reduced in status (10)" mean?

The definition is "reduced in status". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DI (synonym of "Girl") + MINI (synonym of "small") + SHED (synonym of "outhouse,"); definition: "reduced in status" The answer is DIMINISHED.

Girl with small outhouse, reduced in status (10)

Times Cryptic #28669 | 1 Across | 2023-07-31 flower

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