What does the cryptic crossword clue "Put down setter, entertained by actor (6)" mean?

The definition is "Put". The wordplay uses charade, container. ME (synonym of "setter,") + DEAN (synonym of "actor") [container: "entertained"]; definition: "Put down" The answer is DEMEAN.

Put down setter, entertained by actor (6)

Guardian Cryptic #27284 | 25 Across | 2017-08-24 flower

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