What does the cryptic crossword clue "Aliens from star one man shot (8)" mean?

The definition is "Aliens". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of STAR ("star") + MAN ("man") [anagram: "from"] + I (abbreviation of "one") = MARTIANS; definition: "Aliens" The answer is MARTIANS.

Aliens from star one man shot (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29396 | 16 Down | 2024-05-30 flower

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