What does the cryptic crossword clue "Decent being close to target in hunt (6)" mean?

The answer is CHASTE. Explanation: last letter (close, to end) of targeT inside CHASE (hunt)

Decent being close to target in hunt (6)

Independent Puzzle #1675 23 Across 2022-04-03

Explanation

last letter (close, to end) of targeT inside CHASE (hunt)

Source: Fifteensquared

Answer

CHASTE