What does the cryptic crossword clue "Poignant dropping leader's case (8)" mean?

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Poignant dropping leader's case (8)

Times Cryptic #29312 | 18 Across | 2025-08-19

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{e}VOCATIVE (poignant) [dropping leader]. First met in Latin grammar lessons.

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