What does the cryptic crossword clue "Harry taken in by smooth cheat (7)" mean?

The definition is "cheat". The wordplay uses charade, container. NAG (synonym of "Harry") + FILE (synonym of "smooth") [container: "taken"]; definition: "cheat" The answer is FINAGLE.

Harry taken in by smooth cheat (7)

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