What does the cryptic crossword clue "Name Spike (after farewell) as sweetheart (9)" mean?

The definition is "sweetheart". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). VALE (synonym of "farewell)") + N (synonym of "Name") + TINE (synonym of "Spike"); definition: "sweetheart" The answer is VALENTINE.

Name Spike (after farewell) as sweetheart (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29143 | 10 Across | 2023-08-08 flower

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