Charming around branch (3)
I believe the answer is:
arm
'branch' is the definition.
(synonyms)
'charming around' is the wordplay.
'around' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'ARM' is hidden within 'charming'.
(Other definitions for arm that I've seen before include "Test of strength with elbows on the table" , "Body part" , "Accoutre" , "Part of chair" , "Activate fuse" .)