What does the cryptic crossword clue "Want to carry gun but denied (7)" mean?

The definition is "denied". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). GAT (synonym="Gatling “gun”") in NEED (synonym="”Want” around GAT=Gatling “gun”") = NEGATED; definition: "denied" The answer is NEGATED.

Want to carry gun but denied (7)

Guardian Cryptic #28874 | 24 Across | 2022-09-28 flower

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