What does the cryptic crossword clue "Companion taking time out from first part of novel? (9)" mean?

The definition is "Companion". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CHAP (synonym="CHAP") + ER (synonym="ER") + ONE (synonym="ONE") = CHAPERONE; definition: "Companion" The answer is CHAPERONE.

Companion taking time out from first part of novel? (9)

Times Cryptic #28837 | 10 Across | 2024-02-12 flower

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