What does the cryptic crossword clue "Behind seaside structure, more choppy (7)" mean?

The definition is "more choppy". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BUM (synonym="Behind") + PIER (synonym="structure,") = BUMPIER; definition: "more choppy" The answer is BUMPIER.

Behind seaside structure, more choppy (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29038 | 12 Across | 2023-04-07 flower

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