What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fields of study concerned with charitable giving (6)" mean?

The definition is "Fields of study". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym="‘concerning’") + ALMS (synonym="‘charitable giving’") = REALMS; definition: "Fields of study" The answer is REALMS.

Fields of study concerned with charitable giving (6)

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