Rank known as typically shorter (5)

I believe the answer is:

nasty

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'rank' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'known as typically shorter' is the wordplay.
'NASTY' is hidden within the letters.
However, I'm unsure how the hidden word is indicated.

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(Other definitions for nasty that I've seen before include "One who sees the future" , "Vile" , "Horrid, repugnant" , "Filthy" , "Highly repugnant" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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