What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ousted duke's son accepted in genteel circle (8)" mean?

The definition is "Ousted duke". The wordplay uses charade, container. S (synonym of "son") + PROPER (synonym of "genteel") + O (abbreviation of "circle") [container: "accepted"]; definition: "Ousted duke's" The answer is PROSPERO.

Ousted duke's son accepted in genteel circle (8)

Times Cryptic #28892 | 1 Across | 2024-04-16 flower

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