What does the cryptic crossword clue "Staff harbouring desire for South American capital (7)" mean?

The definition is "Staff". The wordplay uses charade, container. CANE (synonym of "Staff") + YEN (synonym of "desire") [container: "harbouring"]; definition: "South American capital" The answer is CAYENNE.

Staff harbouring desire for South American capital (7)

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