What does the cryptic crossword clue "Nut overcome, reportedly? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Nut". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). CONKER (sounds like "overcome,") [homophone: "reportedly?"]; definition: "Nut" The answer is Conker.

Nut overcome, reportedly? (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3100 | 12 Across | 2021-03-21 flower

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