What does the cryptic crossword clue "Large amphibian with tag on it aroused notice (5,4)" mean?

The definition is "Large amphibian". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of TAGONIT ("tag on it") + AD (abbreviation of "notice") [anagram: "aroused"] = GIANTTOAD; definition: "Large amphibian" The answer is GIANT TOAD.

Large amphibian with tag on it aroused notice (5,4)

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