What does the cryptic crossword clue "Long pole, gilded article? (3)" mean?

The definition is "Long pole". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). A (synonym="definite article") in OR (synonym="OR") = OAR; definition: "Long pole," The answer is OAR.

Long pole, gilded article? (3)

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