What does the cryptic crossword clue "Valid pass test uncovered alternative names (7)" mean?

The definition is "alternative names". The wordplay uses a deletion. ALI (deletion) + (deletion) + AS (deletion) + (deletion) + ES (deletion) + (deletion) = ALIASES; definition: "alternative names" The answer is ALIASES.

Valid pass test uncovered alternative names (7)

Times Cryptic #28725 | 25 Across | 2023-10-04 flower

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