What does the cryptic crossword clue "Bent course, one's twisted at first (9)" mean?

The definition is "Bent". The wordplay uses a hidden word. DISH (synonym="course,") + ONES (literal="one's") + T (first_letter="twisted") = DISHONEST; definition: "Bent" The answer is DISHONEST.

Bent course, one's twisted at first (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29038 | 19 Across | 2023-04-07 flower

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