What does the cryptic crossword clue "Pleasant friend engaged in fit (9)" mean?

The definition is "Pleasant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PAL (abbreviation="friend") + AT (synonym="engaged in") + ABLE (synonym="fit") = PALATABLE; definition: "Pleasant" The answer is PALATABLE.

Pleasant friend engaged in fit (9)

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