What does the cryptic crossword clue "Starting to develop article about fragrance (7)" mean?

The definition is "Starting". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. AN (synonym of "article") + SCENT (synonym of "fragrance") [reversal: "about"]; definition: "Starting to develop" The answer is NASCENT.

Starting to develop article about fragrance (7)

Independent Cryptic #11640 | 21 Down | 2024-01-31 flower

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