What does the cryptic crossword clue "Weapon confiscated by the peerage (4)" mean?

The definition is "Weapon". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "weapon confiscated by thE PEErage" The answer is Epee.

Weapon confiscated by the peerage (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3012 | 11 Across | 2019-07-14 flower