What does the cryptic crossword clue "Great runner has run off after felon (5)" mean?

The definition is "Great runner". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym="felon") + GO (synonym="run off.") = CONGO; definition: "Great runner" The answer is CONGO.

Great runner has run off after felon (5)

Times Cryptic #28173 | 2 Down | 2021-12-29 flower

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