What does the cryptic crossword clue "It hangs with not so much at back (6)" mean?

The definition is "It hangs". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. LESS (synonym of "not so much") + AT (synonym of "at") [reversal: "back"]; definition: "It hangs" The answer is TASSEL.

It hangs with not so much at back (6)

Guardian Cryptic #26526 | 1 Across | 2015-03-23 flower

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