What does the cryptic crossword clue "Shrink from a certain stick-wielding official (5)" mean?

The definition is "stick-wielding official". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "shrink froM A CERtain stick-wielding official" The answer is MACER.

Shrink from a certain stick-wielding official (5)

Times Cryptic #29007 | 10 Across | 2024-08-28 flower

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