What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rage at seducer, a bloodsucker (7)" mean?

The definition is "bloodsucker". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). VAMP (synonym="seducer") + IRE (synonym="rage") = VAMPIRE; definition: "bloodsucker" The answer is VAMPIRE.

Rage at seducer, a bloodsucker (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29423 | 5 Across | 2024-07-01 flower

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