What does the cryptic crossword clue "Legion to become more insignificant? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Legion". The wordplay uses a deletion. COUNT (synonym="COUNT") + LESS (synonym="become more insignificant?") = COUNTLESS; definition: "Legion" The answer is COUNTLESS.

Legion to become more insignificant? (9)

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