What does the cryptic crossword clue "Even if struggling a lot hug husband (8)" mean?

The definition is "Even". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ALOTHUG ("a lot hug") + H (abbreviation of "husband") [anagram: "struggling"] = ALTHOUGH; definition: "Even if" The answer is ALTHOUGH.

Even if struggling a lot hug husband (8)

Independent Cryptic #11620 | 9 Across | 2024-01-08 flower

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