What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dealt with coffee from the East (5)" mean?

The definition is "Dealt with". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. reverse of DECAF (synonym of "coffee") [reversal: "from"]; definition: "Dealt with" The answer is FACED.

Dealt with coffee from the East (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29391 | 16 Across | 2024-05-24 flower

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