What does the cryptic crossword clue "Match setting round ladies from the east? (4)" mean?

The definition is "Match setting". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. O (synonym of "round") + LAV (synonym of "ladies") [reversal: "from"]; definition: "Match setting" The answer is OVAL.

Match setting round ladies from the east? (4)

Times Cryptic #28696 | 10 Across | 2023-08-31 flower

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