What does the cryptic crossword clue "Image of false god held by wicked one (7)" mean?

The definition is "Image". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of IDOL (synonym="false god") + ONE (synonym="ONE") = EIDOLON; definition: "Image" The answer is EIDOLON.

Image of false god held by wicked one (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28993 | 17 Across | 2023-02-14 flower

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