What does the cryptic crossword clue "Topple the high flyer outside (8)" mean?

The definition is "Topple". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of THE (synonym="THE") + DRONE (synonym="flyer") = DETHRONE; definition: "Topple" The answer is DETHRONE.

Topple the high flyer outside (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29074 | 8 Down | 2023-05-19 flower

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