What does the cryptic crossword clue "Immortal carrying Cross inside and outside (8)" mean?

The definition is "outside". The wordplay uses charade, container. ETERNAL (synonym of "Immortal") + X (synonym of "Cross") [container: "inside"]; definition: "outside" The answer is EXTERNAL.

Immortal carrying Cross inside and outside (8)

Guardian Cryptic #22663 | 18 Down | 2002-10-29 flower

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