What does the cryptic crossword clue "Female gambling or gambolling? (8)" mean?

The definition is "gambolling". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). F (synonym="Female") + RISKING (synonym="”gambling”") = FRISKING; definition: "gambolling?" The answer is FRISKING.

Female gambling or gambolling? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29339 | 16 Down | 2024-03-25 flower

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