What does the cryptic crossword clue "Close to fire put out a match (5)" mean?

The definition is "Close". The wordplay uses charade, parts. EVEN (synonym of "out") [last letter: "Close"] + T (last letter of "fire put"); definition: "match" The answer is EVENT.

Close to fire put out a match (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29060 | 11 Across | 2023-05-03 flower

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