What does the cryptic crossword clue "Male pointer finds tasty bit of bone (6)" mean?

The definition is "tasty bit of bone". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). M (abbreviation="Male") + ARROW (synonym="pointer") = MARROW; definition: "tasty bit of bone" The answer is MARROW.

Male pointer finds tasty bit of bone (6)

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