What does the cryptic crossword clue "President pursued by fat lover (7)" mean?

The definition is "lover". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ABE (synonym="President") + LARD (synonym="fat") = ABELARD; definition: "lover" The answer is ABELARD.

President pursued by fat lover (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29575 | 17 Across | 2024-12-26 flower

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