What does the cryptic crossword clue "Most indecent cleavage is in Paris (6)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RIP (synonym="cleavage") + EST (synonym="French for is, hence ‘in Paris’") = RIPEST The answer is RIPEST.

Most indecent cleavage is in Paris (6)

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