What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bridge opponents from the media love coffee (8)" mean?

The definition is "coffee". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ES (synonym="east south – bridge opponents") + PRESS (synonym="from the media") + O (synonym="love") = ESPRESSO; definition: "coffee" The answer is ESPRESSO.

Bridge opponents from the media love coffee (8)

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