What does the cryptic crossword clue "Again consuming mushroom for muscle (6)" mean?

The definition is "muscle". The wordplay uses charade, container. BIS (synonym of "Again") + CEP (synonym of "mushroom") [container: "consuming"]; definition: "muscle" The answer is BICEPS.

Again consuming mushroom for muscle (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29154 | 17 Down | 2023-08-21 flower

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