What does the cryptic crossword clue "Obsession shown in hunting bird with cavalry (10)" mean?

The definition is "Obsession". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HOBBY (synonym="bird of prey of falcon family") + HORSE (synonym="cavalry.") = HOBBYHORSE; definition: "Obsession" The answer is HOBBYHORSE.

Obsession shown in hunting bird with cavalry (10)

Times Cryptic #28335 | 9 Across | 2022-07-06 flower

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