What does the cryptic crossword clue "Very happy to start with this? (4)" mean?

The definition is "Very". The wordplay uses acrostic, charade. SO (synonym of "Very") + UP (synonym of "happy") [first letter: "start"] The answer is SOUP.

Very happy to start with this? (4)

Guardian Cryptic #29511 | 16 Across | 2024-10-11 flower

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