What does the cryptic crossword clue "Basil for one is different when in the lead (7)" mean?

The definition is "Basil for one". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OTHER (synonym of "different") + PB (synonym of "lead"); definition: "Basil for one" The answer is POTHERB.

Basil for one is different when in the lead (7)

Times Cryptic #28708 | 10 Across | 2023-09-14 flower

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