What does the cryptic crossword clue "Separate set cried to be put together (8)" mean?

The definition is "Separate". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SET + CRIED = DISCRETE; definition: "Separate" The answer is DISCRETE.

Separate set cried to be put together (8)

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