What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wildebeest makes soldier run away (8)" mean?

The definition is "Wildebeest". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ANT (abbreviation="soldier") + ELOPE (synonym="run away") = ANTELOPE; definition: "Wildebeest" The answer is ANTELOPE.

Wildebeest makes soldier run away (8)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16468 | 10 Across | 2020-12-15 flower

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