What does the cryptic crossword clue "Opera almost in proportion (5)" mean?

The definition is "Opera". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TO (synonym="TO") + SCA (synonym="SCA") = TOSCA; definition: "Opera" The answer is TOSCA.

Opera almost in proportion (5)

Guardian Cryptic #25278 | 24 Down | 2011-03-24 flower

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