What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rehearse part of play, provided with external force (8)" mean?

The definition is "Rehearse". The wordplay uses a hidden word. ACT (synonym="part of play") in PRISE (synonym="force as a verb") = PRACTISE; definition: "Rehearse" The answer is PRACTISE.

Rehearse part of play, provided with external force (8)

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