What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old relation in favour of European support (8)" mean?

The definition is "Old relation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FOR (synonym of "favour") + E (synonym of "European") + BEAR (synonym of "support"); definition: "Old relation" The answer is FOREBEAR.

Old relation in favour of European support (8)

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