What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hesitant female changing (9)" mean?

The definition is "Hesitant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). F (abbreviation="female") + ALTERING (synonym="changing") = FALTERING; definition: "Hesitant" The answer is Faltering.

Hesitant female changing (9)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3021 | 15 Down | 2019-09-15 flower

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