What does the cryptic crossword clue "Raging that is seen around desert (5)" mean?

The definition is "Raging". The wordplay uses charade, container. IE (synonym of "that is") + RAT (synonym of "desert") [container: "seen around"]; definition: "Raging" The answer is IRATE.

Raging that is seen around desert (5)

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