What does the cryptic crossword clue "Out-of-shape senator takes exercise, it's said (9)" mean?

The definition is "it's said". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PE (synonym="PE") + SENATOR (synonym="SENATOR") = ESPERANTO; definition: "it's said" The answer is ESPERANTO.

Out-of-shape senator takes exercise, it's said (9)

Guardian Cryptic #27212 | 10 Across | 2017-06-01 flower

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