What does the cryptic crossword clue "One going with the wind – conceited, reportedly (4)" mean?

The definition is "reportedly". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). Homophone of ( …, reportedly ) “vain”(conceited/excessively proud). The answer is VANE.

One going with the wind – conceited, reportedly (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29379 | 25 Across | 2024-05-10 flower

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