What does the cryptic crossword clue "One engaged in theft if unfortunate will get 2% (8)" mean?

The definition is "2%". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of THEFT (synonym="THEFT") + IF (synonym="IF") + I (synonym="one") = FIFTIETH; definition: "2%" The answer is FIFTIETH.

One engaged in theft if unfortunate will get 2% (8)

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