What does the cryptic crossword clue "Strange argot comprehended by reliable proxy (9)" mean?

The definition is "proxy". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of ARGOT (synonym="ARGOT") + SURE (synonym="reliable") = SURROGATE; definition: "proxy" The answer is SURROGATE.

Strange argot comprehended by reliable proxy (9)

Times Cryptic #28751 | 24 Across | 2023-11-03 flower

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