The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC June competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 51: Would dashing lover pay for ring, meaning to get engaged?

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A clue to PARLEYVOO.
3 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.I can't see the definition here
2.Looks like you compromised clue accuracy for a nice surface meaning. The clue "Would (x) meaning (y)?" makes no sense to me.
3.Am I missing something? How does "parleyvoo" mean "to get engaged"? And what is the function of "for" in the s.i.?