What does the cryptic crossword clue "Roman god, King Christian, say (4)" mean?

The definition is "Christian, say". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DIO (synonym="Italian/Roman word for “god”") + R (synonym="Rex, “King”") = DIOR; definition: "Christian, say" The answer is DIOR.

Roman god, King Christian, say (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29098 | 24 Down | 2023-06-16 flower

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