What does the cryptic crossword clue "A northern set taken with a woman (6)" mean?

The definition is "woman". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + N (abbreviation="northern") + GEL (synonym="set") + A (from clue) = ANGELA; definition: "woman" The answer is ANGELA.

A northern set taken with a woman (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17522 | 19 Across | 2024-12-31 flower

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