What does the cryptic crossword clue "Obelisk, rough and hard, matey (8)" mean?

The definition is "matey". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of OBELISK ("Obelisk,") + H (abbreviation of "hard,") [anagram: "rough"] = BLOKEISH; definition: "matey" The answer is BLOKEISH.

Obelisk, rough and hard, matey (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29036 | 11 Across | 2023-04-05 flower

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