What does the cryptic crossword clue "Polish gang set up attractive lure for victims (9)" mean?

The definition is "attractive lure for victims". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. HONE (synonym of "Polish") + PARTY (synonym of "gang") [reversal: "set up"]; definition: "attractive lure for victims" The answer is HONEYTRAP.

Polish gang set up attractive lure for victims (9)

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