What does the cryptic crossword clue "Female virtue cracked secret (7)" mean?

The definition is "secret". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of VIRTUE ("virtue") [anagram: "cracked"] + F (abbreviation of "Female") = FURTIVE; definition: "secret" The answer is FURTIVE.

Female virtue cracked secret (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29528 | 25 Across | 2024-10-31 flower

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