What does the cryptic crossword clue "The Lion after game: weak spot in order (4,2,3)" mean?

The definition is "orde". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RU (synonym="rugby union, “game”") + LEO (synonym="The Lion constellation") + FLAW (synonym="”weak spot”") = RULEOFLAW The answer is RULEOFLAW.

The Lion after game: weak spot in order (4,2,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29227 | 12 Across | 2023-11-14 flower

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