What does the cryptic crossword clue "Composer turned back by force (4)" mean?

The definition is "Composer". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. FRO (synonym of "back") + F (synonym of "force") [reversal: "turned"]; definition: "Composer" The answer is ORFF.

Composer turned back by force (4)

Times Cryptic #28032 | 16 Across | 2021-07-17 flower

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