What does the cryptic crossword clue "Strip taking pulse without reason (7)" mean?

The definition is "Strip". The wordplay uses a deletion. PEA (synonym="pulse = type of vegetable") + NUTS (synonym="without reason = crazy") = PEANUTS; definition: "Strip" The answer is PEANUTS.

Strip taking pulse without reason (7)

Independent Cryptic #11742 | 17 Down | 2024-05-29 flower

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