What does the cryptic crossword clue "Want marker secured by strand (8)" mean?

The definition is "Want". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). TAG (synonym="marker") in SHORE (synonym="strand") = SHORTAGE; definition: "Want" The answer is SHORTAGE.

Want marker secured by strand (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29152 | 8 Down | 2023-08-18 flower

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