What does the cryptic crossword clue "Male snake gets angrier (6)" mean?

The definition is "angrier". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). M (abbreviation="Male") + ADDER (synonym="snake") = MADDER; definition: "angrier" The answer is MADDER.

Male snake gets angrier (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29102 | 19 Across | 2023-06-21 flower

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