What does the cryptic crossword clue "Asian curses, receiving happy greeting (11)" mean?

The definition is "Asian". The wordplay uses charade, container. BANES (synonym of "curses,") + GLAD (synonym of "happy") + HI (abbreviation of "greeting") [container: "receiving"]; definition: "Asian" The answer is BANGLADESHI.

Asian curses, receiving happy greeting (11)

Times Cryptic #28980 | 9 Across | 2024-07-27 flower

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