What does the cryptic crossword clue "I approach home properly (2,7)" mean?

The definition is "I approach". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (abbreviation="I") + NEAR (synonym="approach") + NEST (abbreviation="home") = IN EARNEST; definition: "properly" The answer is In earnest.

I approach home properly (2,7)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3043 | 19 Across | 2020-02-16 flower

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