What does the cryptic crossword clue "Deposit crew in rising waters? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Deposit". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). MEN (synonym="crew") in SEDIT (synonym="rev of TIDES, waters") = SEDIMENT; definition: "Deposit" The answer is SEDIMENT.

Deposit crew in rising waters? (8)

Guardian Cryptic #25774 | 15 Down | 2012-10-23 flower

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