What does the cryptic crossword clue "… leaf hiding off centre is cut (10)" mean?

The definition is "cut". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of CENTRE (synonym="CENTRE") + PAGE (synonym="leaf") = PERCENTAGE The answer is PERCENTAGE.

… leaf hiding off centre is cut (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29539 | 22 Across | 2024-11-13 flower

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