What does the cryptic crossword clue "Don't embrace husband when star's around (4)" mean?

The definition is "Don't embrace". The wordplay uses charade, container. H (synonym of "husband") + SUN (synonym of "star's") [container: "around"]; definition: "Don't embrace" The answer is SHUN.

Don't embrace husband when star's around (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29071 | 2 Down | 2023-05-16 flower

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