What does the cryptic crossword clue "As high as a man can get, climbing in Scotland (4)" mean?

The definition is "As high as a man can get". The wordplay uses a hidden word. hidden reversed in scOTLAnd. This one might set off the indignometer amongst solvers. The first definition of ALTO in Collins is “the highest adult male voice; countertenor” The answer is ALTO.

As high as a man can get, climbing in Scotland (4)

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