What does the cryptic crossword clue "One eliminating small old city in type of game (9)" mean?

The definition is "One". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "small") + TROY (synonym of "old city") + DEER (synonym of "type of game"); definition: "One eliminating" The answer is DESTROYER.

One eliminating small old city in type of game (9)

Guardian Cryptic #28995 | 21 Across | 2023-02-16 flower

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