What does the cryptic crossword clue "Design popular opening (6)" mean?

The definition is "Design". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (abbreviation="popular") + VENT (synonym="opening") = INVENT; definition: "Design" The answer is INVENT.

Design popular opening (6)

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