What does the cryptic crossword clue "Top stated means of getting mobile after a fall (6)" mean?

The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). Homophone/pun/aural wordplay [ stated ] of SLAY ("top", as in murder). The fall in the clue refers to snowfall. The answer is SLEIGH.

Top stated means of getting mobile after a fall (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29568 | 1 Across | 2024-12-17 flower

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