What does the cryptic crossword clue "Secretary uses one name, Susan, for disguise (10)" mean?

The definition is "Secretary". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of NAMESUSAN ("name, Susan,") [anagram: "uses"] + I (abbreviation of "one") = AMANUENSIS; definition: "Secretary" The answer is AMANUENSIS.

Secretary uses one name, Susan, for disguise (10)

Guardian Cryptic #24154 | 18 Across | 2007-08-13 flower

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