What does the cryptic crossword clue "Got paid employment, providing organ study in return (6)" mean?

The definition is "Got". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. EAR (synonym of "organ") + DEN (synonym of "study") [reversal: "return"]; definition: "Got paid employment," The answer is EARNED.

Got paid employment, providing organ study in return (6)

Guardian Cryptic #26478 | 9 Across | 2015-01-26 flower

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