What does the cryptic crossword clue "To toughen up, partook of mild (9)" mean?

The definition is "mild". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TEMPER (synonym="to toughen up") + ATE (synonym="partook of") = TEMPERATE; definition: "mild" The answer is TEMPERATE.

To toughen up, partook of mild (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29646 | 15 Down | 2025-03-19 flower

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