What does the cryptic crossword clue "Force welcoming a cheer (6)" mean?

The definition is "Force". The wordplay uses charade, container. PRISE (synonym of "Force") + A (abbreviation of "a") [container: "welcoming"]; definition: "cheer" The answer is Praise.

Force welcoming a cheer (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3161 | 21 Down | 2022-05-22 flower

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