What does the cryptic crossword clue "Prince keeping superb racing horse (5)" mean?

The definition is "racing horse". The wordplay uses charade, container. PR (synonym of "Prince") + ACE (synonym of "superb") [container: "keeping"]; definition: "racing horse" The answer is PACER.

Prince keeping superb racing horse (5)

Times Cryptic #28663 | 11 Across | 2023-07-24 flower

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