What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nark monarch after playing well (8)" mean?

The definition is "Nark". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym="well") + FORM (synonym="after") + ER (abbreviation="monarch") = INFORMER; definition: "Nark" The answer is INFORMER.

Nark monarch after playing well (8)

Times Cryptic #28674 | 23 Across | 2023-08-05 flower

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