What does the cryptic crossword clue "Staff behind alpha male in capital (5)" mean?

The definition is "capital". The wordplay uses charade, container. A (abbreviation of "alpha") + M (synonym of "male") [container: "in"] + MAN (synonym of "Staff"); definition: "capital" The answer is AMMAN.

Staff behind alpha male in capital (5)

Times Cryptic #28791 | 11 Across | 2023-12-20 flower

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