Infuse with lime essence on Bruce’s evening out (5)

I believe the answer is:

imbue

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'infuse' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.

(Other definitions for imbue that I've seen before include "Inspire (with ideals)" , "Permeate, fill" , "Fill with a feeling or quality" , "Fill with, infuse" , "Instil - soak" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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