What does the cryptic crossword clue "Busy men with a net at sea (6)" mean?

The definition is "Busy". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of ANET ("a net") [anagram: "at"] + OR (abbreviation of "men") = ORNATE; definition: "Busy" The answer is ORNATE.

Busy men with a net at sea (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29203 | 26 Across | 2023-10-17 flower

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