What does the cryptic crossword clue "Top figure for gangster (6)" mean?

The definition is "Top". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CAP (abbreviation="Top") + ONE (synonym="figure") = CAPONE; definition: "gangster" The answer is Capone.

Top figure for gangster (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3033 | 19 Across | 2019-12-08 flower

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