What does the cryptic crossword clue "Record origin of this primate (4)" mean?

The definition is "Record". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). T (abbreviation="this") + APE (synonym="primate") = TAPE; definition: "Record" The answer is TAPE.

Record origin of this primate (4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17371 | 24 Across | 2024-06-03 flower

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