What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fierce noon, getting in the shade (7)" mean?

The definition is "Fierce". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). N (synonym of "noon,") + VIOLET (synonym of "shade"); definition: "Fierce" The answer is VIOLENT.

Fierce noon, getting in the shade (7)

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