What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gradually stop using house apt to crumble (5,3)" mean?

The definition is "Gradually stop using". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of HOUSE + APT = PHASEOUT; definition: "Gradually stop using" The answer is PHASEOUT.

Gradually stop using house apt to crumble (5,3)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17233 | 4 Down | 2023-11-21 flower

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