What does the cryptic crossword clue "A sharp funny line in a few words (7)" mean?

The definition is "in a few words". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ASHARP ("A sharp") + L (abbreviation of "line") [anagram: "funny"] = PHRASAL; definition: "in a few words" The answer is PHRASAL.

A sharp funny line in a few words (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29002 | 17 Across | 2023-02-24 flower

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