What does the cryptic crossword clue "Criticise German in crumbling paradise (9)" mean?

The definition is "Criticise". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of PARADISE ("paradise") [anagram: "crumbling"] + G (abbreviation of "German") = DISPARAGE; definition: "Criticise" The answer is DISPARAGE.

Criticise German in crumbling paradise (9)

Guardian Cryptic #28262 | 9 Across | 2020-10-12 flower

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