What does the cryptic crossword clue "Provided with assistance, having shaped up the dole (6,3)" mean?

The definition is "Provided with assistance,". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of UP + THE + DOLE = HELPEDOUT; definition: "Provided with assistance," The answer is HELPEDOUT.

Provided with assistance, having shaped up the dole (6,3)

Guardian Cryptic #27945 | 9 Across | 2019-10-07 flower

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