What does the cryptic crossword clue "A male delegate? (5)" mean?

The definition is "delegate?". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of A ("A") + GENT (synonym of "male") = AGENT; definition: "delegate?" The answer is AGENT.

A male delegate? (5)

Guardian Cryptic #27371 | 23 Down | 2017-12-04 flower

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