What does the cryptic crossword clue "Opposed to article leading to mother's ruin (4)" mean?

The definition is "Opposed to". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (abbreviation="article") + GIN (synonym="mother's") = AGIN; definition: "Opposed to" The answer is AGIN.

Opposed to article leading to mother's ruin (4)

Times Cryptic #28633 | 17 Across | 2023-06-19 flower

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