What does the cryptic crossword clue "Relative’s name inscribed in gold band (6)" mean?

The definition is "Relative". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AU (synonym="Au = chemical symbol for gold, from Latin aurum") + N (synonym="abbreviation for name") + TIE (synonym="band = narrow strip of fabric") = AUNTIE; definition: "Relative's" The answer is AUNTIE.

Relative’s name inscribed in gold band (6)

Independent Cryptic #11660 | 1 Across | 2024-02-23 flower

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