What does the cryptic crossword clue "Queen is overthrown and might be burnt (6)" mean?

The definition is "Queen". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. ANNE (synonym of "Queen") + IS (synonym of "is") [reversal: "overthrown"]; definition: "might be burnt" The answer is SIENNA.

Queen is overthrown and might be burnt (6)

Guardian Cryptic #28282 | 22 Across | 2020-11-04 flower

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