Crossword Genius

What may come from the dictator? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

edict

'what may come' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this defines the answer.

'from the dictator?' is the wordplay.
'from' indicates a hidden word.
'EDICT' is hidden within 'the dictator'.

(Other definitions for edict that I've seen before include "Regulation" , "Official order" , "Injunction" , "Cited an official proclamation" , "Declaration" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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