What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rattle's false alarm (7)" mean?

The definition is "alarm". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of RATTLES ("Rattle's") [anagram: "false"] = STARTLE; definition: "alarm" The answer is STARTLE.

Rattle's false alarm (7)

Guardian Cryptic #22076 | 15 Across | 2000-12-08 flower

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