What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sons pitch compasses and ruler (4)" mean?

The definition is "ruler". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). S (synonym="sons") in TAR (synonym="pitch") = TSAR; definition: "ruler" The answer is TSAR.

Sons pitch compasses and ruler (4)

Times Cryptic #29231 | 6 Across | 2025-05-16 flower

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