What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sinister country Spain on reflection (5)" mean?

The definition is "Sinister". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. EIRE (synonym of "country") + E (abbreviation of "Spain") [reversal: "reflection"]; definition: "Sinister" The answer is EERIE.

Sinister country Spain on reflection (5)

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