What does the cryptic crossword clue "Misfire in defeat, accidental (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Misfire". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FALL (synonym="defeat") + FLAT (synonym="accidental – musical notation") = FALL FLAT; definition: "Misfire" The answer is FALL FLAT.

Misfire in defeat, accidental (4,4)

Times Cryptic #28862 | 11 Across | 2024-03-12 flower

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