What does the cryptic crossword clue "Only females getting this classical appellation (5)" mean?

The definition is "this classical appellation". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (synonym="NO") + MEN (synonym="MEN") = NOMEN; definition: "this classical appellation" The answer is NOMEN.

Only females getting this classical appellation (5)

Times Cryptic #28581 | 28 Across | 2023-04-19 flower

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