What does the cryptic crossword clue "Refined female newspaper boss disturbed by photo (9)" mean?

The definition is "Refined". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). DI (synonym="female") + STILL (synonym="photo") + ED (synonym="newspaper boss") = DISTILLED; definition: "Refined" The answer is DISTILLED.

Refined female newspaper boss disturbed by photo (9)

Times Cryptic #29012 | 9 Across | 2024-09-03 flower

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