What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reportedly breed fish (4)" mean?

The definition is "fish". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). RAYS (sounds like "breed") [homophone: "Reportedly"]; definition: "fish" The answer is RAYS.

Reportedly breed fish (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29191 | 18 Across | 2023-10-03 flower

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