What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hack work, first chapter (4)" mean?

The definition is "Hack". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. CH (synonym of "chapter") [first letter: "first"] + OP (synonym of "work,"); definition: "Hack" The answer is CHOP.

Hack work, first chapter (4)

Times Cryptic #28952 | 20 Across | 2024-06-25 flower

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