What does the cryptic crossword clue "French composer takes part in formal discussions (13)" mean?

The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RATION (synonym="part") in DELIBES (synonym="reference Léo DELIBES [1836 – 1891], French composer") = DELIBERATIONS The answer is DELIBERATIONS.

French composer takes part in formal discussions (13)

Independent Cryptic #11719 | 15 Across | 2024-05-02 flower

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