Eager for knee operation (4)

I believe the answer is:

keen

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

'knee operation' is the wordplay.
'knee' anagrams to 'KEEN'.
But, I am not clear how the anagram is indicated.

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(Other definitions for keen that I've seen before include "Having a fine edge to weep over the dead" , "Sharp -- express grief" , "Anxious" , "Avid, enthusiastic" , "Eager, enthusiastic" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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