What does the cryptic crossword clue "Popular former partner to go back to Morecambe (8)" mean?

The definition is "Popular". The wordplay uses a reversal. EX (synonym="‘former partner’") + OT (synonym="OT") + ERIC (synonym="‘Morecambe’") = EXOTERIC; definition: "Popular" The answer is EXOTERIC.

Popular former partner to go back to Morecambe (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29155 | 18 Across | 2023-08-22 flower

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