What does the cryptic crossword clue "Athlete who's paid money for present (8)" mean?

The definition is "present". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PRO (synonym="“athlete who’s paid”") + POUND (synonym="“money”") = PROPOUND; definition: "present" The answer is PROPOUND.

Athlete who's paid money for present (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29156 | 6 Down | 2023-08-23 flower

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