What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rough lines outlining snake (5)" mean?

The definition is "Rough". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ASP (synonym="snake") in RY (synonym="lines") = RASPY; definition: "Rough" The answer is RASPY.

Rough lines outlining snake (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28504 | 3 Down | 2021-07-22 flower

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