What does the cryptic crossword clue "Somewhat infectious, her parent a probable carrier? (6)" mean?

The definition is "probable carrier?". The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in "somewhat infectiouS, HER PArent a probable carrier?" The answer is Sherpa.

Somewhat infectious, her parent a probable carrier? (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3048 | 19 Across | 2020-03-22 flower

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