What does the cryptic crossword clue "Have good intentions from humble origin? (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Have good intentions". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MEAN (synonym="poor, humble") + WELL (synonym="that from which things spring, origin") = MEAN WELL; definition: "Have good intentions" The answer is MEAN WELL.

Have good intentions from humble origin? (4,4)

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