What does the cryptic crossword clue "Secure tax cut (8)" mean?

The definition is "cut". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LACE (synonym of "Secure") + RATE (synonym of "tax"); definition: "cut" The answer is LACERATE.

Secure tax cut (8)

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