What does the cryptic crossword clue "Utterly cold without fat (5)" mean?

The definition is "Utterly". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). C (abbreviation="cold") + LEAN (synonym="without") = CLEAN; definition: "Utterly" The answer is CLEAN.

Utterly cold without fat (5)

Guardian Cryptic #22468 | 15 Across | 2002-03-15 flower

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