Ancient god of generosity in love (4)

I believe the answer is:

eros

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'in love' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'ancient god of generosity' is the wordplay.
'EROS' is hidden within the letters.
However, I am uncertain how this is indicated.

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(Other definitions for eros that I've seen before include "Winged god of love" , "very centre of London?" , "Cupid, son of Aphrodite" , "Winged archer" , "Orbiter" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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