What does the cryptic crossword clue "Former lover with abundant special specimens (8)" mean?

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Former lover with abundant special specimens (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29106 | 7 Down | 2023-06-26

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EX (former lover) + AMPLE + S[pecial]

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