What does the cryptic crossword clue "A fool beginning to annoy woman (5)" mean?

The definition is "woman". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + NIT (synonym="fool") + A (synonym="to annoy") = ANITA; definition: "woman" The answer is ANITA.

A fool beginning to annoy woman (5)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17559 | 18 Across | 2025-02-20 flower

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