What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gathered lad with Gene after work (7)" mean?

The definition is "Gathered". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LAD + GENE = GLEANED; definition: "Gathered" The answer is GLEANED.

Gathered lad with Gene after work (7)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17055 | 25 Across | 2023-03-16 flower