What does the cryptic crossword clue "Love helping to support a party (9)" mean?

The definition is "Love". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym of "support") + DO (synonym of "party") + RATION (synonym of "helping"); definition: "Love" The answer is ADORATION.

Love helping to support a party (9)

Times Cryptic #28982 | 15 Down | 2024-07-30 flower

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