What does the cryptic crossword clue "Shakespearean husband has old relationship (7)" mean?

The definition is "Shakespearean". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). H (abbreviation="husband") + O (abbreviation="old") + RATIO (synonym="relationship") = HORATIO; definition: "Shakespearean" The answer is HORATIO.

Shakespearean husband has old relationship (7)

Guardian Cryptic #27119 | 10 Across | 2017-02-13 flower

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