What does the cryptic crossword clue "Drop male conservative in disgrace (7)" mean?

The definition is "Drop". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). M (synonym of "male") + C (synonym of "conservative") + ODIUM (synonym of "disgrace"); definition: "Drop" The answer is MODICUM.

Drop male conservative in disgrace (7)

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