What does the cryptic crossword clue "Non-believing female overcome by high temperature (7)" mean?

The definition is "Non-believing". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HEAT (synonym="high temperature") + HEN (synonym="female") = HEATHEN; definition: "Non-believing" The answer is HEATHEN.

Non-believing female overcome by high temperature (7)

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