What does the cryptic crossword clue "Devilish traditions appeal (7)" mean?

The definition is "appeal". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IMP (synonym="IMP") + LORE (synonym="LORE") = IMPLORE; definition: "appeal" The answer is IMPLORE.

Devilish traditions appeal (7)

Guardian Cryptic #26703 | 10 Across | 2015-10-15 flower

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