What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gash tree, the outside being dead (8)" mean?

The definition is "Gash". The wordplay uses charade, container. ACER (synonym of "tree,") + LATE (synonym of "dead") [container: "outside"]; definition: "Gash" The answer is LACERATE.

Gash tree, the outside being dead (8)

Times Cryptic #28815 | 13 Across | 2024-01-17 flower

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