What does the cryptic crossword clue "King murdered in dark and gloomy prison (6)" mean?

The definition is "King murdered". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DUN (synonym="dark and gloomy") + CAN (synonym="slang for prison") = DUNCAN; definition: "King murdered" The answer is DUNCAN.

King murdered in dark and gloomy prison (6)

Times Cryptic #28617 | 13 Across | 2023-05-31 flower

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