What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sinister English upset Ireland (5)" mean?

The definition is "Sinister". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. E (synonym of "English") + EIRE (synonym of "Ireland") [reversal: "upset"]; definition: "Sinister" The answer is EERIE.

Sinister English upset Ireland (5)

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