What does the cryptic crossword clue "Leave former partner to take courses (5)" mean?

The definition is "Leave". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EX (synonym="EX") + EAT (synonym="EAT") = EXEAT; definition: "Leave" The answer is EXEAT.

Leave former partner to take courses (5)

Times Cryptic #28987 | 29 Across | 2024-08-05 flower

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