What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wife bitten by a hawk too (2,4)" mean?

The definition is "too". The wordplay uses charade, container. W (synonym of "Wife") + A (abbreviation of "a") + SELL (synonym of "hawk") [container: "bitten"]; definition: "too" The answer is As well.

Wife bitten by a hawk too (2,4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3123 | 12 Across | 2021-08-29 flower

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