What does the cryptic crossword clue "Focal point in long poem with short introduction (9)" mean?

The definition is "Focal point". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. EPIC (synonym of "long poem") + ENTREE (synonym of "introduction") [curtailing: "short"]; definition: "Focal point" The answer is EPICENTRE.

Focal point in long poem with short introduction (9)

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