What does the cryptic crossword clue "Frenchman entering without invitation is exposed (8)" mean?

The definition is "exposed". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). M (synonym="Frenchman – Monsieur") in UNASKED (synonym="without invitation") = UNMASKED; definition: "exposed" The answer is UNMASKED.

Frenchman entering without invitation is exposed (8)

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