What does the cryptic crossword clue "Emissary behind hosts, for example (6)" mean?

The definition is "Emissary". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). EG (synonym="‘for example’") in LATE (synonym="‘behind’") = LEGATE; definition: "Emissary" The answer is LEGATE.

Emissary behind hosts, for example (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29162 | 23 Across | 2023-08-30 flower

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