What does the cryptic crossword clue "Attractive set of cards thus shown by first person (8)" mean?

The definition is "Attractive". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HAND (synonym="set") + SO (abbreviation="thus") + ME (synonym="first person") = HANDSOME; definition: "Attractive" The answer is HANDSOME.

Attractive set of cards thus shown by first person (8)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17408 | 1 Across | 2024-07-24 flower

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