What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hindu sage's son with friend in Rouen (5)" mean?

The definition is "Hindu sage". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (abbreviation="son") + W (abbreviation="with") + AMI (synonym="friend") = SWAMI; definition: "Hindu sage's" The answer is SWAMI.

Hindu sage's son with friend in Rouen (5)

Times Cryptic #28713 | 19 Across | 2023-09-20 flower

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