What does the cryptic crossword clue "Warm feelings, receiving thanks for posing (11)" mean?

The definition is "posing". The wordplay uses charade, container. AFFECTION (synonym of "Warm feelings,") + TA (synonym of "thanks") [container: "receiving"]; definition: "posing" The answer is AFFECTATION.

Warm feelings, receiving thanks for posing (11)

Times Cryptic #28708 | 12 Across | 2023-09-14 flower

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