What does the cryptic crossword clue "European turns to Spain for escape (5)" mean?

The definition is "escape". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. POLE (synonym of "European") + E (abbreviation of "Spain") [reversal: "turns"]; definition: "escape" The answer is ELOPE.

European turns to Spain for escape (5)

Guardian Cryptic #26070 | 25 Across | 2013-10-04 flower

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