What does the cryptic crossword clue "A way to get goods in proper condition under protective cover (4,5)" mean?

The definition is "A way to get goods". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MAIL (synonym="MAIL") + ORDER (synonym="ORDER") = MAILORDER The answer is MAILORDER.

A way to get goods in proper condition under protective cover (4,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29244 | 13 Down | 2023-12-04 flower

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