What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ultimately blunted instrument: Prince Andrew, say (4)" mean?

The definition is "Prince Andrew, say". The wordplay uses charade, parts. D (last letter of "blunted") + UKE (synonym of "instrument:") [last letter: "Ultimately"]; definition: "Prince Andrew, say" The answer is DUKE.

Ultimately blunted instrument: Prince Andrew, say (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29116 | 22 Across | 2023-07-07 flower

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