What does the cryptic crossword clue "Frank in love with writer (4)" mean?

The definition is "Frank". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). O (synonym of "love") + PEN (synonym of "writer"); definition: "Frank" The answer is OPEN.

Frank in love with writer (4)

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