What does the cryptic crossword clue "American soldier coming in to deliver for firm (5)" mean?

The definition is "firm". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). GI (synonym="American soldier") in RID (synonym="to deliver") = RIGID; definition: "firm" The answer is RIGID.

American soldier coming in to deliver for firm (5)

Times Cryptic #28852 | 26 Across | 2024-02-29 flower

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