What does the cryptic crossword clue "Graceful fish east of cove (7)" mean?

The definition is "Graceful". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GENT (synonym="cove") + EEL (synonym="fish") = GENTEEL; definition: "Graceful" The answer is GENTEEL.

Graceful fish east of cove (7)

Times Cryptic #28931 | 23 Across | 2024-05-31 flower

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