What does the cryptic crossword clue "Artist in front colours in an arc (7)" mean?

The definition is "Artist". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RA (abbreviation="Artist") + IN (literal="in") + BOW (synonym="front") = RAINBOW; definition: "colours in an arc" The answer is Rainbow.

Artist in front colours in an arc (7)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3001 | 24 Across | 2019-04-28 flower

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