What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bananas split best from the end (8)" mean?

The definition is "Bananas". The wordplay uses a reversal. CRACK (synonym="split") + TOP (reversal="TOP") = CRACKPOT; definition: "Bananas" The answer is CRACKPOT.

Bananas split best from the end (8)

Independent Cryptic #12040 | 1 Across | 2025-05-12 flower

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