What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wit of an animated priest (6)" mean?

The definition is "Wit". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PRIEST ("priest") [anagram: "animated"] = ESPRIT; definition: "Wit" The answer is ESPRIT.

Wit of an animated priest (6)

Guardian Cryptic #25377 | 12 Across | 2011-07-18 flower

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