What does the cryptic crossword clue "Seduced by bum with dated expression (7)" mean?

The definition is "Seduced". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). sounds like (“expression” indicating speech): ‘cadge old’ to ‘cadge’ = to beg [for] = to “bum”; and ‘old’=”dated” The answer is CAJOLED.

Seduced by bum with dated expression (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29197 | 5 Across | 2023-10-10 flower

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