What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mum shot dead in the shadows (6)" mean?

The definition is "in the shadows". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of DEAD ("dead") [anagram: "shot"] + SH (synonym of "Mum") = SHADED; definition: "in the shadows" The answer is SHADED.

Mum shot dead in the shadows (6)

Independent Cryptic #11699 | 18 Across | 2024-04-09 flower

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