What does the cryptic crossword clue "Grey adult initially reluctant to come forward (4)" mean?

The definition is "Grey". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation="adult") + SHY (abbreviation="reluctant") = ASHY; definition: "Grey" The answer is ASHY.

Grey adult initially reluctant to come forward (4)

Times Cryptic #28916 | 26 Across | 2024-05-14 flower

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