What does the cryptic crossword clue "Compassionate chap put in the shade (6)" mean?

The definition is "shade". The wordplay uses charade, container. MAN (synonym of "chap") + HUE (synonym of "shade") [container: "put in"]; definition: "Compassionate" The answer is HUMANE.

Compassionate chap put in the shade (6)

Guardian Cryptic #23946 | 7 Down | 2006-12-11 flower

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