What does the cryptic crossword clue "Refined male character that's hard to grasp (7)" mean?

The definition is "Refined". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GENT (synonym="male") + EEL (synonym="character that’s hard to grasp") = GENTEEL; definition: "Refined" The answer is GENTEEL.

Refined male character that's hard to grasp (7)

Times Cryptic #28955 | 12 Across | 2024-06-28 flower

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