What does the cryptic crossword clue "Remove old volume being talked about (6)" mean?

The definition is "Remove". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). EX (old) + CISE (sounds like – being talked about – ‘size’ {volume}) The answer is EXCISE.

Remove old volume being talked about (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29034 | 18 Down | 2023-04-03 flower

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