What does the cryptic crossword clue "Foul-smelling fish causing irritation (8)" mean?

The definition is "irritation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RANK (synonym="Foul-smelling") + LING (abbreviation="fish") = RANKLING; definition: "irritation" The answer is RANKLING.

Foul-smelling fish causing irritation (8)

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