What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prince not getting up for the dance (10)" mean?

The definition is "dance". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. CHARLES (synonym of "Prince") + NOT (synonym of "not") [reversal: "up"]; definition: "dance" The answer is CHARLESTON.

Prince not getting up for the dance (10)

Guardian Cryptic #23850 | 8 Down | 2006-08-21 flower

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