What does the cryptic crossword clue "Largely superfluous note about Motown (7)" mean?

The definition is "Motown". The wordplay uses a reversal. DE (synonym="DE") + TRO (synonym="TRO") + TI (reversal="note – music") = DETROIT; definition: "Motown" The answer is DETROIT.

Largely superfluous note about Motown (7)

Times Cryptic #28760 | 25 Across | 2023-11-14 flower

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