What does the cryptic crossword clue "Edge closer up near wild horse (10)" mean?

The wordplay uses a reversal. anagram of LIP (synonym="edge") + ZIP (synonym="a “closer”") + NEAR (synonym="NEAR") = LIPPIZANER The answer is LIPPIZANER.

Edge closer up near wild horse (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29276 | 14 Down | 2024-01-11 flower

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