What does the cryptic crossword clue "Opener enthusiastic about collecting runs (5)" mean?

The definition is "Opener". The wordplay uses charade, container. INTO (synonym of "enthusiastic") + R (synonym of "runs") [container: "about"]; definition: "Opener" The answer is INTRO.

Opener enthusiastic about collecting runs (5)

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