What does the cryptic crossword clue "Backing ID check for each complaint (9)" mean?

The definition is "complaint". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. ID (synonym of "ID") + STEM (synonym of "check") + PER (synonym of "each") [reversal: "Backing"]; definition: "complaint" The answer is DISTEMPER.

Backing ID check for each complaint (9)

Times Cryptic #29043 | 28 Across | 2024-10-09 flower

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