What does the cryptic crossword clue "One-time striker apparently losing weight without drug (9)" mean?

The definition is "One-time striker". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LIGHT (synonym="LIGHT") + NING (synonym="losing weight") = LIGHTNING The answer is LIGHTNING.

One-time striker apparently losing weight without drug (9)

Independent Cryptic #11642 | 15 Down | 2024-02-02 flower

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