What does the cryptic crossword clue "Brainwash, throwing up a little corporal: it’s Nigel! (6)" mean?

The wordplay uses a hidden word. Hidden in reverse of corporaL IT’S NIgel. I’m not sure “instil” and “brainwash” are synonymous, but I’m disinclined to linger over a clue involving the repugnant Mr Farage The answer is INSTIL.

Brainwash, throwing up a little corporal: it’s Nigel! (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29426 | 20 Down | 2024-07-04 flower

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