What does the cryptic crossword clue "Weight lifter to take girl's breath away (8)" mean?

The definition is "Weight lifter". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). WIND (synonym="WIND") + LASS (synonym="to take girl’s breath away") = WINDLASS; definition: "meant" The answer is WINDLASS.

Weight lifter to take girl's breath away (8)

Times Cryptic #28841 | 9 Across | 2024-02-16 flower

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