What does the cryptic crossword clue "Push former wife in front of train (7)" mean?

The definition is "train". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. EX (abbreviation of "former wife") [first letter: "front"] + PRESS (synonym of "Push"); definition: "train" The answer is EXPRESS.

Push former wife in front of train (7)

Guardian Cryptic #24392 | 4 Down | 2008-05-19 flower

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