What does the cryptic crossword clue "Put down other end that's damaged (8)" mean?

The definition is "Put down". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of OTHEREND ("other end") [anagram: "damaged"] = DETHRONE; definition: "Put down" The answer is DETHRONE.

Put down other end that's damaged (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29052 | 15 Down | 2023-04-24 flower

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