What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tree seen in mist over lake (5)" mean?

The definition is "Tree". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HAZE (synonym="mist") + L (abbreviation="lake") = HAZEL; definition: "Tree" The answer is HAZEL.

Tree seen in mist over lake (5)

Guardian Cryptic #24259 | 3 Down | 2007-12-13 flower

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