What does the cryptic crossword clue "Instrument does maybe turn around (4)" mean?

The definition is "Instrument". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of DEER (synonym of "does") [reversal: "turn"]; definition: "Instrument" The answer is REED.

Instrument does maybe turn around (4)

Times Cryptic #29108 | 13 Across | 2024-12-24 flower

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