What does the cryptic crossword clue "Beginning to learn novel mathematical premise (5)" mean?

The definition is "mathematical premise". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. L (first letter of "learn") + EMMA (synonym of "novel") [first letter: "Beginning"]; definition: "mathematical premise" The answer is LEMMA.

Beginning to learn novel mathematical premise (5)

Times Cryptic #29203 | 10 Across | 2025-04-14 flower

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