What does the cryptic crossword clue "Live with a socially acceptable boyfriend (4)" mean?

The definition is "boyfriend". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BE (abbreviation="Live") + A (abbreviation="a") + U (abbreviation="acceptable") = BEAU; definition: "boyfriend" The answer is Beau.

Live with a socially acceptable boyfriend (4)

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