Savage, finally deceased, brings delight (5)

I believe the answer is:

elate

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'delight' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

I cannot understand how the remainder of the clue works.

(Other definitions for elate that I've seen before include "Fill with joy" , "Make delighted or proud" , "Inspirit, make exultant" , "Excite" , "cheer" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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