What does the cryptic crossword clue "Monkeying around with cryptic, ape is understanding! (12)" mean?

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Monkeying around with cryptic, ape is understanding! (12)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3284 | 1 Across | 2024-09-29 flower

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