What does the cryptic crossword clue "Insecure in shelter, Argentinian lady turned over (9)" mean?

The definition is "Insecure". The wordplay uses a reversal. TENT (synonym="shelter") + EVITA (reversal="nickname of Eva Peron") = TENTATIVE; definition: "Insecure" The answer is TENTATIVE.

Insecure in shelter, Argentinian lady turned over (9)

Guardian Cryptic #28954 | 25 Across | 2022-12-30 flower

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