What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hole clear in golf (7)" mean?

The definition is "golf". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OPEN (synonym of "clear") + IN (synonym of "in") + G (synonym of "golf"); definition: "Hole" The answer is OPENING.

Hole clear in golf (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28903 | 7 Down | 2022-11-01 flower

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