What does the cryptic crossword clue "Approval and praise within part of theatre (7)" mean?

The definition is "Approval". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). LAUD (synonym="praise") in PIT (synonym="part of theatre -the orchestra pit") = PLAUDIT; definition: "Approval" The answer is PLAUDIT.

Approval and praise within part of theatre (7)

Independent Cryptic #11822 | 1 Across | 2024-08-30 flower

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