What does the cryptic crossword clue "River maiden, perhaps one inclined to wander (5)" mean?

The definition is "one inclined to wander". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). R (abbreviation="River") + OVER (synonym="maiden,") = ROVER; definition: "one inclined to wander" The answer is ROVER.

River maiden, perhaps one inclined to wander (5)

Times Cryptic #28624 | 15 Across | 2023-06-08 flower

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