What does the cryptic crossword clue "Repeat short, simple song on love (5)" mean?

The definition is "Repeat". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. DITTY (synonym of "simple song") + O (synonym of "love") [curtailing: "short,"]; definition: "Repeat" The answer is DITTO.

Repeat short, simple song on love (5)

Times Cryptic #28658 | 21 Down | 2023-07-18 flower

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