What does the cryptic crossword clue "Noble embracing love poet (7)" mean?

The definition is "poet". The wordplay uses charade, container. ARISTO (synonym of "Noble") + O (synonym of "love") [container: "embracing"]; definition: "poet" The answer is ARIOSTO.

Noble embracing love poet (7)

Times Cryptic #28724 | 10 Across | 2023-10-03 flower

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