What does the cryptic crossword clue "To some extent hope a cockroach might be a more beautiful insect (7)" mean?

The definition is "more beautiful insect". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "to some extent hoPE A COCKroach might be a more beautiful insect" The answer is PEACOCK.

To some extent hope a cockroach might be a more beautiful insect (7)

Independent Cryptic #11867 | 13 Down | 2024-10-22 flower

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