What does the cryptic crossword clue "Most sumptuous female consumed by desire (7)" mean?

The definition is "Most sumptuous". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). SHE (synonym="a female") in LUST (synonym="desire") = LUSHEST; definition: "Most sumptuous" The answer is LUSHEST.

Most sumptuous female consumed by desire (7)

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