What does the cryptic crossword clue "Act of lust a hindrance to companion (5)" mean?

The definition is "Act of lust". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LET (synonym="a hindrance/an obstruction") + CH (synonym="abbrev. for “Companion of Honour”, a special Commonwealth award") = LETCH The answer is LETCH.

Act of lust a hindrance to companion (5)

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