What does the cryptic crossword clue "Boxer embraced by man popular Russian singer (9)" mean?

The definition is "Russian singer". The wordplay uses charade, container. ALI (synonym of "Boxer") + CHAP (synonym of "man") + IN (abbreviation of "popular") [container: "embraced"]; definition: "Russian singer" The answer is CHALIAPIN.

Boxer embraced by man popular Russian singer (9)

Independent Cryptic #11912 | 23 Across | 2024-12-13 flower

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