What does the cryptic crossword clue "Verbally challenge cult to part on equal terms (7)" mean?

The definition is "to part on equal terms". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). Homophone [ verbally ] of TRY ("challenge") + SECT ("cult") The answer is TRISECT.

Verbally challenge cult to part on equal terms (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29142 | 15 Across | 2023-08-07 flower

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