What does the cryptic crossword clue "One side hearing report of lofty Harry? (10)" mean?

The definition is "One side". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). sounds like ("hearing") 'high Potter news'="report of lofty Harry" (Harry Potter the fictional wizard) The answer is HYPOTENUSE.

One side hearing report of lofty Harry? (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29599 | 12 Across | 2025-01-23 flower

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