What does the cryptic crossword clue "Demonstration, a nuisance, about to go off (7)" mean?

The definition is "Demonstration,". The wordplay uses charade, container. PEST (synonym of "nuisance,") + ROT (synonym of "go off") [container: "about"]; definition: "Demonstration," The answer is PROTEST.

Demonstration, a nuisance, about to go off (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29184 | 20 Down | 2023-09-25 flower

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