What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hint of exasperation adult expressed (5)" mean?

The definition is "hint of exasperation". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). GROAN (sounds like "adult") [homophone: "expressed"]; definition: "Hint of exasperation" The answer is GROAN.

Hint of exasperation adult expressed (5)

Times Cryptic #29173 | 26 Across | 2025-03-10 flower

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