What does the cryptic crossword clue "Private duel botched by duke after a brief time (8)" mean?

The definition is "Private". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of DUEL (synonym="DUEL") + SEC (synonym="SEC") + D (synonym="duke") = SECLUDED; definition: "Private" The answer is SECLUDED.

Private duel botched by duke after a brief time (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29400 | 5 Down | 2024-06-04 flower

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