What does the cryptic crossword clue "Poisonous beef consumed by little jerk (5)" mean?

The definition is "Poisonous". The wordplay uses charade, container. OX (synonym of "beef") + TIC (synonym of "little jerk") [container: "consumed"]; definition: "Poisonous" The answer is TOXIC.

Poisonous beef consumed by little jerk (5)

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