What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hot and stuffy — infuriated (8)" mean?

The definition is "Hot". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). H (synonym of "Hot") + AIRLESS (synonym of "stuffy -"); definition: "infuriated" The answer is HAIRLESS.

Hot and stuffy — infuriated (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29085 | 14 Across | 2023-06-01 flower

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