What does the cryptic crossword clue "Take in lovely chap, mischievous character (5,10)" mean?

The definition is "mischievous character". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ROB (synonym of "Take") + IN (synonym of "in") + GOOD (synonym of "lovely") + FELLOW (synonym of "chap,"); definition: "mischievous character" The answer is Robin Goodfellow.

What is the answer to "Take in lovely chap, mischievous character (5,10)"?

The answer is Robin Goodfellow.

Take in lovely chap, mischievous character (5,10)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3069 | 13 Across | 2020-08-16 flower

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