What does the cryptic crossword clue "Vengeful trio that is wearing winter outfits (6)" mean?

The definition is "Vengeful trio". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). IE (synonym="id est, “that is”") in FURS (synonym="”winter outfits”") = FURIES; definition: "Vengeful trio" The answer is FURIES.

Vengeful trio that is wearing winter outfits (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29270 | 3 Down | 2024-01-04 flower

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