What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old British soldier or cadet in need of training (7)" mean?

The definition is "Old British soldier". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of OR + CADET = REDCOAT; definition: "Old British soldier" The answer is REDCOAT.

Old British soldier or cadet in need of training (7)

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