What does the cryptic crossword clue "Response of subordinate primate is about right (3,3,3)" mean?

The definition is "Response of subordinate". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. AYEAYE (synonym of "primate") + IS (synonym of "is") + R (abbreviation of "right") [reversal: "about"]; definition: "Response of subordinate" The answer is AYEAYESIR.

Response of subordinate primate is about right (3,3,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29277 | 27 Across | 2024-01-12 flower

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