What does the cryptic crossword clue "'Queen dead' a lie possibly (8)" mean?

The definition is "'Queen". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of DEADALIE ("dead' a lie") [anagram: "possibly"] = ADELAIDE; definition: "'Queen" The answer is ADELAIDE.

'Queen dead' a lie possibly (8)

Independent Cryptic #11675 | 17 Down | 2024-03-12 flower

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