What does the cryptic crossword clue "Woodman in favour of new trees (8)" mean?

The definition is "trees". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of TREES ("trees") [anagram: "new"] + FOR (synonym of "favour") = FORESTER; definition: "Woodman" The answer is FORESTER.

Woodman in favour of new trees (8)

Independent Cryptic #11843 | 31 Across | 2024-09-24 flower

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