What does the cryptic crossword clue "Praise a Democrat speech (9)" mean?

The definition is "Praise". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of A ("a") + D (synonym of "Democrat") + ORATION (synonym of "speech") = ADORATION; definition: "Praise" The answer is ADORATION.

Praise a Democrat speech (9)

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