What does the cryptic crossword clue "Unexpectedly retain use of tidal region (9)" mean?

The definition is "of tidal region". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of RETAINUSE ("retain use") [anagram: "Unexpectedly"] = ESTUARINE; definition: "of tidal region" The answer is ESTUARINE.

Unexpectedly retain use of tidal region (9)

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