What does the cryptic crossword clue "Irritating complaint in German written out twice? (5)" mean?

The definition is "Irritating complaint". The wordplay uses a hidden word. MAN (synonym="‘German written out twice’") + GE (synonym="GE") = MANGE; definition: "Irritating complaint" The answer is MANGE.

Irritating complaint in German written out twice? (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29259 | 26 Across | 2023-12-21 flower

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