What does the cryptic crossword clue "Most unusual assignment for knights to receive is not for commoners (9)" mean?

The definition is "Most unusual". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). AINT (synonym="is not, for commoners") in QUEST (synonym="assignment for knights") = QUAINTEST; definition: "Most unusual" The answer is QUAINTEST.

Most unusual assignment for knights to receive is not for commoners (9)

Times Cryptic #29183 | 27 Across | 2025-03-21 flower

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