What does the cryptic crossword clue "Point out scene's gist (7)" mean?

The definition is "gist". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of SCENES ("scene's") [anagram: "out"] + E (abbreviation of "Point") = ESSENCE; definition: "gist" The answer is ESSENCE.

Point out scene's gist (7)

Guardian Cryptic #22293 | 26 Across | 2001-08-21 flower

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