What does the cryptic crossword clue "Acceptable to rip off book by Welshman, 19 writer (2,5)" mean?

The definition is "19 writer". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). JONES (synonym="Welshman") + BO (synonym="BO") = JONESBO; definition: "19 writer" The answer is JONESBO.

Acceptable to rip off book by Welshman, 19 writer (2,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29293 | 22 Across | 2024-01-31 flower

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