What does the cryptic crossword clue "Baseball player's clothing covers up grass (9)" mean?

The definition is "Baseball player". The wordplay uses a reversal. SHORTS (synonym="‘clothing’") + TOP (synonym="‘covers’ – suitable in a down light") = SHORTSTOP; definition: "Baseball player's" The answer is SHORTSTOP.

Baseball player's clothing covers up grass (9)

Guardian Cryptic #28989 | 5 Down | 2023-02-09 flower

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