What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gives mail out, based on a score (9)" mean?

The definition is "based on a score". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of GIVESMAIL ("Gives mail") [anagram: "out,"] = VIGESIMAL; definition: "based on a score" The answer is VIGESIMAL.

Gives mail out, based on a score (9)

Guardian Cryptic #28999 | 12 Across | 2023-02-21 flower

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