What does the cryptic crossword clue "Noble Scot's computer not working (7)" mean?

The definition is "Noble Scot". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MAC (synonym of "computer") + DUFF (synonym of "not working"); definition: "Noble Scot's" The answer is MACDUFF.

Noble Scot's computer not working (7)

Times Cryptic #28556 | 9 Across | 2023-03-21 flower

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