What does the cryptic crossword clue "Practised poetry with head of department (6)" mean?

The definition is "Practised". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. VERSE (synonym of "poetry") + D (first letter of "department") [first letter: "head"]; definition: "Practised" The answer is VERSED.

Practised poetry with head of department (6)

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