What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fear about to transfix old man (5)" mean?

The definition is "man". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RE (synonym="about") in DAD (synonym="old man") = DREAD; definition: "Fear" The answer is DREAD.

Fear about to transfix old man (5)

Independent Cryptic #11689 | 28 Across | 2024-03-28 flower

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