What does the cryptic crossword clue "Hot shawl, new (6)" mean?

The definition is "Hot". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). STOLE (synonym="shawl,") + N (abbreviation="new") = STOLEN; definition: "Hot" The answer is STOLEN.

Hot shawl, new (6)

Daily Mail Cryptic #16478 | 3 Down | 2020-12-29 flower

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