What does the cryptic crossword clue "Embarrassed after fish is burnt (7)" mean?

The definition is "burnt". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CHAR (synonym of "fish") + RED (synonym of "Embarrassed"); definition: "burnt" The answer is CHARRED.

Embarrassed after fish is burnt (7)

Times Cryptic #29076 | 20 Across | 2024-11-16 flower

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