What does the cryptic crossword clue "Varied chat in form of tea for diplomat (7)" mean?

The definition is "diplomat". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of CHAT + TEA = ATTACHE; definition: "diplomat" The answer is ATTACHE.

Varied chat in form of tea for diplomat (7)

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