What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tolerate noble punishment, relinquishing power (11)" mean?

The definition is "Tolerate". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). COUNT (synonym="COUNT") + ENANCE (synonym="ENANCE") = COUNTENANCE; definition: "Tolerate" The answer is COUNTENANCE.

Tolerate noble punishment, relinquishing power (11)

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