What does the cryptic crossword clue "Contemplative Persian poet born here (10)" mean?

The definition is "Contemplative". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RUMI (synonym="RUMI") + NATIVE (synonym="born here") = RUMINATIVE; definition: "Contemplative" The answer is RUMINATIVE.

Contemplative Persian poet born here (10)

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