What does the cryptic crossword clue "Deficiency in gear host fixed (8)" mean?

The definition is "Deficiency". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of GEARHOST ("gear host") [anagram: "fixed"] = SHORTAGE; definition: "Deficiency" The answer is SHORTAGE.

Deficiency in gear host fixed (8)

Independent Cryptic #11640 | 12 Across | 2024-01-31 flower

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