What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fool was unwell, being attacked (8)" mean?

The definition is "attacked". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ASS (synonym of "Fool") + AILED (synonym of "unwell,"); definition: "attacked" The answer is ASSAILED.

Fool was unwell, being attacked (8)

Times Cryptic #28861 | 21 Across | 2024-03-11 flower

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