What does the cryptic crossword clue "Teenager making fuss over the French perfume (10)" mean?

The definition is "Teenager". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). ADO (synonym="fuss") + LE (abbreviation="the French") + SCENT (synonym="perfume") = ADOLESCENT; definition: "Teenager" The answer is ADOLESCENT.

Teenager making fuss over the French perfume (10)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17361 | 2 Down | 2024-05-20 flower

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