What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prince affected manner that is plain (7)" mean?

The definition is "plain". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PR (synonym="prince") + AIR (synonym="affected manner") + IE (synonym="that is") = PRAIRIE; definition: "plain" The answer is PRAIRIE.

Prince affected manner that is plain (7)

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