What does the cryptic crossword clue "Is able to divide into sections as French or Italian ballad (7)" mean?

The definition is "French or Italian ballad". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CAN (synonym="is able to") + ZONE (synonym="divide into sections") = CANZONE; definition: "French or Italian ballad" The answer is CANZONE.

Is able to divide into sections as French or Italian ballad (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29104 | 5 Across | 2023-06-23 flower

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