What does the cryptic crossword clue "Leader of orchestra will acknowledge applause (4,1,3)" mean?

The definition is "Leader of orchestra will". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TAKEABOW (synonym of "Leader of orchestra will"); definition: "acknowledge applause" The answer is TAKEABOW.

Leader of orchestra will acknowledge applause (4,1,3)

Guardian Cryptic #29028 | 4 Down | 2023-03-27 flower

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